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San Juan Copala, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Juan Copala is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 630. Elevation: 5,085 ft (1,550 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

630 Population 2/sq mi density
5,085 ft Elevation 1,550 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
107.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population630
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain107.9 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation5,085 ft (1,550 m)
Population630
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,085 ft (1,550 m)
Coordinates17.1864°, -97.9627°
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 Juan Copala

San Juan Copala is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 630. The city sits at an elevation of 5,085 feet (1,550 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 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: San Juan Copala vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Juan Copala 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 5,085 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

Elevation5,085 ft (1,550 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.1864°N, 97.9627°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.9"
184% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.07"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,917 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 81 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 82 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 89 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 135 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 145 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 99 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 94 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 M6.2 118 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 71 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 123 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 75 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 96 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 95 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 103 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 87 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 127 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 115 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 117 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 99 km
2024 John Category 3 119 km
2023 Otis Category 5 203 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 220 km
2017 Max Category 1 113 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 282 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 77 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 242 km
2010 Karl Category 3 227 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 95 km
1997 Rick Category 2 162 km
1996 Boris Category 1 278 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 115 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 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 95 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 138 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 143 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 81 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 83 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 82 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 135 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 146 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 78 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
February 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in
June 64°F (18°C) 8.1 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 7.4 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 7.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 7.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.7 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest

San Juan Copala has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 58°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.1") and December the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in San Juan Copala

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in San Juan Copala

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near San Juan Copala

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Juan Copala

What is the population of San Juan Copala?

San Juan Copala has a population of 630 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan Copala?

San Juan Copala 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 Juan Copala?

The job market in San Juan Copala is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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