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San José Xochixtlán, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San José Xochixtlán is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 722. Elevation: 7,671 ft (2,338 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

722 Population 5/sq mi density
7,671 ft Elevation 2,338 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
107.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population722
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment9.4%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain107.9 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation7,671 ft (2,338 m)
Population722
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation7,671 ft (2,338 m)
Coordinates17.2034°, -97.8183°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation107.9 inches (2,740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San José Xochixtlán

San José Xochixtlán is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 722. The city sits at an elevation of 7,671 feet (2,338 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: San José Xochixtlán vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San José Xochixtlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 107.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,671 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,671 ft (2,338 m)
Area132.5 sq mi (343.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates17.2034°N, 97.8183°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.9"
184% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.24"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,773 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 95 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 90 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 93 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 139 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 138 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 106 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 108 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 90 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 121 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 83 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 87 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 104 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 134 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 103 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 96 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 141 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 117 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 88 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 124 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 109 km
2024 John Category 3 133 km
2023 Otis Category 5 218 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 209 km
2017 Max Category 1 128 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 296 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 79 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 254 km
2010 Karl Category 3 217 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 103 km
1997 Rick Category 2 159 km
1996 Boris Category 1 292 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 130 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 107 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 95 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 91 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 90 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 139 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 77 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
February 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
May 67°F (20°C) 3.5 in
June 66°F (19°C) 7.2 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 6.4 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 6.3 in
September 65°F (18°C) 6.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

San José Xochixtlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 60°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.2") and December the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in San José Xochixtlán

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in San José Xochixtlán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near San José Xochixtlán

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall 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 Xochixtlán

What is the population of San José Xochixtlán?

San José Xochixtlán has a population of 722 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 132.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José Xochixtlán?

San José Xochixtlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.9 inches.

How is the job market in San José Xochixtlán?

The job market in San José Xochixtlán faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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