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San Marcos Arteaga, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Marcos Arteaga is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,058. Elevation: 4,846 ft (1,477 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Marcos Arteaga
San Marcos Arteaga is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 133.96 km2.
It is part of the Huajuapan District in the north of the Mixteca Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,058 |
| Population Density | 90 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,846 ft (1,477 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.7203°, -97.8607° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.9 inches (708 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Marcos Arteaga
San Marcos Arteaga is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,058. The city sits at an elevation of 4,846 feet (1,477 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Marcos Arteaga vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 34 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,846 ft (1,477 m) |
| Area | 11.8 sq mi (30.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 90/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.7203°N, 97.8607°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 131 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 143 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 142 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (158 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 158 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 166 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 171 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
San Marcos Arteaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 65°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.0") and December the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near San Marcos Arteaga
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 |
Museums in San Marcos Arteaga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mureh | ||||
| Museo Geológico Comunitario de Rosario Nuevo “Ing. Jorge Jiménez Rentería” |
Libraries in San Marcos Arteaga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Santa María | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UTM | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Marcos Arteaga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Benito Juárez | |||||
| Mercado Cuautémoc | |||||
| Mercado Porfirio Díaz | |||||
| Mercado Zaragoza |
Breweries in San Marcos Arteaga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heineken México |
Airports Near San Marcos Arteaga
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Marcos Arteaga?
San Marcos Arteaga has a population of 1,058 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Marcos Arteaga?
San Marcos Arteaga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches.
How is the job market in San Marcos Arteaga?
San Marcos Arteaga has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.