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San Juan Yucuita, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Juan Yucuita is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 517. Elevation: 6,873 ft (2,095 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

517 Population 2/sq mi density
6,873 ft Elevation 2,095 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population517
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation6,873 ft (2,095 m)
Population517
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,873 ft (2,095 m)
Coordinates17.5117°, -97.2704°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Juan Yucuita

San Juan Yucuita is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 517. The city sits at an elevation of 6,873 feet (2,095 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: San Juan Yucuita vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Juan Yucuita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,873 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,873 ft (2,095 m)
Area316.7 sq mi (820.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.5117°N, 97.2704°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.88"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

408 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 146 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 99 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 136 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 150 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 144 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 145 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 116 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 137 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 61 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 144 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 123 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 26 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 142 km
Jan 21, 1997 3 km E of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.5 147 km
Nov 24, 1991 4 km NNE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.4 135 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 144 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 120 km
Jun 19, 2002 2 km W of San Andrés Huaxpaltepec, Mexico M5.3 150 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 172 km
2024 John Category 3 201 km
2023 Otis Category 5 284 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 202 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 286 km
2017 Max Category 1 195 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 131 km
2010 Karl Category 3 162 km
2005 Stan Category 1 278 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 165 km
1997 Rick Category 2 179 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 196 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 121 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (169 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 169 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 182 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 61°F (16°C) 4.9 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
August 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in
September 60°F (15°C) 4.1 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in
November 56°F (14°C) 0.5 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in Coldest

San Juan Yucuita has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 55°F in December to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (0.1").

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Museums in San Juan Yucuita

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo comunitario "Rastros y Rostros"
Museo Comunitario Coixtlahuaca
Museo de historia

Farmers Markets in San Juan Yucuita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Comunitario Distrito
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal Eliseo Jimenez Ruiz

Stadiums & Teams in San Juan Yucuita

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Juan Yucuita

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall 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 Yucuita

What is the population of San Juan Yucuita?

San Juan Yucuita has a population of 517 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 316.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan Yucuita?

San Juan Yucuita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.

How is the job market in San Juan Yucuita?

The unemployment rate in San Juan Yucuita is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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