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San Juan Ihualtepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Juan Ihualtepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 408. Elevation: 5,869 ft (1,789 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

408 Population 3/sq mi density
5,869 ft Elevation 1,789 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population408
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation5,869 ft (1,789 m)
Population408
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation5,869 ft (1,789 m)
Coordinates17.7399°, -98.2886°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Juan Ihualtepec

San Juan Ihualtepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 408. The city sits at an elevation of 5,869 feet (1,789 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 13 business establishments.

Income: San Juan Ihualtepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)13

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Juan Ihualtepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 35.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,869 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,869 ft (1,789 m)
Area136.2 sq mi (352.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.7399°N, 98.2886°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.40"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

618 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M5.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 139 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 112 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 93 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 115 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 119 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 116 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 150 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 119 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 100 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 146 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 122 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 107 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 112 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 136 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 136 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 141 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 45 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 143 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 149 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 123 km
2024 John Category 3 142 km
2023 Otis Category 5 198 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 287 km
2017 Max Category 1 133 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 289 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 144 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 276 km
2010 Karl Category 3 203 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 138 km
1997 Rick Category 2 227 km
1996 Boris Category 1 289 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 120 km
1984 Odile Category 2 297 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 11 140 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 142 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 112 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 142 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 140 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 139 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 142 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (147 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 147 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 164 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 173 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 179 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 180 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 190 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
May 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 7.4 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 7.0 in
August 73°F (23°C) 6.4 in
September 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest

San Juan Ihualtepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 61°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.4") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near San Juan Ihualtepec

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near San Juan Ihualtepec

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Ihualtepec

What is the population of San Juan Ihualtepec?

San Juan Ihualtepec has a population of 408 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 136.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan Ihualtepec?

San Juan Ihualtepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.

How is the job market in San Juan Ihualtepec?

The job market in San Juan Ihualtepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 13 business establishments in the area.

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