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San José del Chilar, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San José del Chilar is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 690. Elevation: 2,234 ft (681 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

690 Population 19/sq mi density
2,234 ft Elevation 681 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
37.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population690
Density19/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Population690
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Coordinates17.7114°, -96.9372°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (950 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San José del Chilar

San José del Chilar is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 690. The city sits at an elevation of 2,234 feet (681 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: San José del Chilar vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San José del Chilar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,234 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average71.8°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,234 ft (681 m)
Area36.5 sq mi (94.4 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates17.7114°N, 96.9372°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
2% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

273 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 92 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 136 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 121 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 46 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 98 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 140 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 67 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 133 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 142 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 144 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 127 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 58 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 123 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 61 km
Feb 14, 2007 3 km N of San Pedro Quiatoni, Mexico M4.9 139 km
Apr 22, 1992 9 km NNE of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec, Mexico M4.8 74 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 99 km
Jul 9, 2021 6 km ENE of Tlahuitoltepec, Mexico M4.8 119 km
Dec 27, 1999 4 km SW of Santa Cruz Tacache de Mina, Mexico M4.7 132 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 213 km
2024 John Category 3 242 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 209 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 257 km
2017 Max Category 1 237 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 169 km
2010 Karl Category 3 133 km
2005 Stan Category 1 237 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 203 km
1997 Rick Category 2 203 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 237 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (151 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 151 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 164 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 182 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 183 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in
May 78°F (26°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 6.7 in
July 73°F (23°C) 7.3 in Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 6.4 in
September 73°F (23°C) 6.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in

San José del Chilar has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 66°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.3") and February the driest (0.5").

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Airports Near San José del Chilar

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About San José del Chilar

What is the population of San José del Chilar?

San José del Chilar has a population of 690 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 36.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José del Chilar?

San José del Chilar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.

How is the job market in San José del Chilar?

The job market in San José del Chilar is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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