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San Juan la Ciénega, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Juan la Ciénega is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 602. Elevation: 4,616 ft (1,407 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 602 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,616 ft (1,407 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.8510°, -98.2805° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.4 inches (773 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Juan la Ciénega
San Juan la Ciénega is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 602. The city sits at an elevation of 4,616 feet (1,407 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Juan la Ciénega vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 19 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.5°F |
| 38% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,616 ft (1,407 m) |
| Area | 136.2 sq mi (352.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.8510°N, 98.2805°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 124 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (135 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 135 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 163 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 169 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 180 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
San Juan la Ciénega has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in January to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and December the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near San Juan la Ciénega
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 la Ciénega
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Juan la Ciénega
What is the population of San Juan la Ciénega?
San Juan la Ciénega has a population of 602 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 136.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Juan la Ciénega?
San Juan la Ciénega has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches.
How is the job market in San Juan la Ciénega?
San Juan la Ciénega has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.