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San Juan Zapotitlán, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Juan Zapotitlán is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,068. Elevation: 1,985 ft (605 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,068 Population 5/sq mi density
1,985 ft Elevation 605 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
84.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,068
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain84.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation1,985 ft (605 m)
Population1,068
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,985 ft (605 m)
Coordinates17.8053°, -96.6064°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation84.5 inches (2,146 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Juan Zapotitlán

San Juan Zapotitlán is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,068. The city sits at an elevation of 1,985 feet (605 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 34 business establishments.

Income: San Juan Zapotitlán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Juan Zapotitlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 84.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,985 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,985 ft (605 m)
Area223.7 sq mi (579.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates17.8053°N, 96.6064°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 84.5"
122% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.24"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

331 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 109 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 102 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 86 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 67 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 85 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 135 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 101 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 120 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 117 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 95 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 72 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 25 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 140 km
Feb 14, 2007 3 km N of San Pedro Quiatoni, Mexico M4.9 126 km
Apr 22, 1992 9 km NNE of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec, Mexico M4.8 75 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 63 km
Jul 9, 2021 6 km ENE of Tlahuitoltepec, Mexico M4.8 100 km
Apr 14, 2019 4 km SSE of Constitución Mexicana, Mexico M4.8 143 km
Oct 8, 2017 4 km WNW of Santiago Huaxolotipac, Mexico M4.7 107 km
Aug 2, 2019 4 km N of Juan Rodríguez Clara, Mexico M4.7 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 246 km
2024 John Category 3 278 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 213 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 244 km
2017 Max Category 1 273 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 200 km
2010 Karl Category 3 123 km
2007 Dean Category 2 300 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 300 km
2005 Stan Category 1 201 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 227 km
1997 Rick Category 2 212 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 273 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (153 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 153 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 165 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 171 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 183 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 187 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in
February 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
March 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.3 in
June 72°F (22°C) 14.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 17.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 16.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 16.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 10.0 in
November 65°F (18°C) 5.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Coldest

San Juan Zapotitlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in December to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 96.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.2") and March the driest (1.9").

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Airports Near San Juan Zapotitlán

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
Tres Encinos AirportSmall 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 Zapotitlán

What is the population of San Juan Zapotitlán?

San Juan Zapotitlán has a population of 1,068 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 223.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan Zapotitlán?

San Juan Zapotitlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.5 inches.

How is the job market in San Juan Zapotitlán?

The unemployment rate in San Juan Zapotitlán is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 34 business establishments in the area.

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