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San Juan Lachigalla, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Juan Lachigalla is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,077. Elevation: 5,577 ft (1,700 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Juan Lachigalla
San Juan Lachigalla is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 136.51 km2.
It is part of the Ejutla District in the south of the Valles Centrales Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,077 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,577 ft (1,700 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.5918°, -96.5484° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.0 inches (457 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Juan Lachigalla
San Juan Lachigalla is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,077. The city sits at an elevation of 5,577 feet (1,700 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Juan Lachigalla vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 18.5% |
| 414% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 34 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.4°F |
| 27% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,577 ft (1,700 m) |
| Area | 48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.5918°N, 96.5484°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.6 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 1.6 m | 10 | 97 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 86 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 79 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 82 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 127 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 113 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in |
San Juan Lachigalla has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 64°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.5") and January the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near San Juan Lachigalla
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor Oaxaca - 101.7 FM - XHZB-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 101.7, 101.7 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LA MEXICANA 570 (Oaxaca) - 570 AM - XHEOA-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 570 am, 94.9 fm | MP3 | |
| LA KEBUENA 89.7 (Oaxaca) - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 98.5 (Oaxaca) - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca (ORO) - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mexicana Oaxaca 94.9 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA | 94.1, 94.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca | baladas en español, grupo as | MP3 | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, AC - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| tuxtepExa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 95.7 (Oaxaca) - 95.7 FM - XHCE-FM - Grupo Encuentro - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Oaxaca - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 98.5, 98.5 fm | MP3 32 kbps |
Museums in San Juan Lachigalla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodolpho Morales Home | ||||
| Rodolpho Morales Museum |
Libraries in San Juan Lachigalla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Juan Lachigalla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de comida San Antonino | |||||
| Mercado de San Pablo Huixtepec | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near San Juan Lachigalla
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of San Juan Lachigalla?
San Juan Lachigalla has a population of 1,077 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Juan Lachigalla?
San Juan Lachigalla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.
How is the job market in San Juan Lachigalla?
The job market in San Juan Lachigalla faces challenges, with unemployment at 18.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.