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San Juan Quiahue, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Juan Quiahue is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,120. Elevation: 6,362 ft (1,939 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,120 Population 6/sq mi density
6,362 ft Elevation 1,939 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
58.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,120
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation6,362 ft (1,939 m)
Population2,120
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation6,362 ft (1,939 m)
Coordinates16.3022°, -97.3173°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation58.5 inches (1,486 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Juan Quiahue

San Juan Quiahue is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,120. The city sits at an elevation of 6,362 feet (1,939 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 58.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 68 business establishments.

Income: San Juan Quiahue vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)68

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Juan Quiahue enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,362 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,362 ft (1,939 m)
Area372.0 sq mi (963.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates16.3022°N, 97.3173°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.5"
54% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.01"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,314 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 49 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 146 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 100 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 147 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 71 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 88 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 96 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 119 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 51 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 68 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 123 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 141 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 107 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 124 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 44 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 56 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 50 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 61 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 57 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 104 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 77 km
2024 John Category 3 144 km
2023 Otis Category 5 253 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 102 km
2017 Max Category 1 174 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 23 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 200 km
2010 Karl Category 1 294 km
2006 John Category 3 274 km
1998 Lester Category 2 201 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 45 km
1997 Rick Category 2 46 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 294 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 191 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 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 11 128 km
2020 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 1.6 m 10 147 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 146 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 98 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 146 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 100 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 43 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 88 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 51 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 148 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
April 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 12.0 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 9.2 in
August 69°F (20°C) 10.7 in
September 68°F (20°C) 11.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in

San Juan Quiahue has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 64°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.0") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in San Juan Quiahue

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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Radio Stations near San Juan Quiahue

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo ROJAZ - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo Rojas - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in San Juan Quiahue

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
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Monuments in San Juan Quiahue

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near San Juan Quiahue

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Juan Quiahue

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

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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 Quiahue

What is the population of San Juan Quiahue?

San Juan Quiahue has a population of 2,120 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 372.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan Quiahue?

San Juan Quiahue 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 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches.

How is the job market in San Juan Quiahue?

The job market in San Juan Quiahue is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 68 business establishments in the area.

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