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San Marcos Zacatepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Marcos Zacatepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,034. Elevation: 2,651 ft (808 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,034 Population 3/sq mi density
2,651 ft Elevation 808 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,034
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation2,651 ft (808 m)
Population1,034
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation2,651 ft (808 m)
Coordinates16.1434°, -97.3573°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,167 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Marcos Zacatepec

San Marcos Zacatepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,034. The city sits at an elevation of 2,651 feet (808 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: San Marcos Zacatepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Marcos Zacatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,651 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,651 ft (808 m)
Area372.0 sq mi (963.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates16.1434°N, 97.3573°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.59"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,356 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 28, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 47 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 150 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 101 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 72 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 78 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 94 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 140 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 117 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 53 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 61 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 127 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 106 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 128 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 138 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 33 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 56 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 43 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 54 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 64 km
2024 John Category 3 136 km
2023 Otis Category 5 245 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 95 km
2022 Bonnie Category 2 294 km
2017 Max Category 1 176 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 292 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 8 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 184 km
2006 John Category 3 256 km
1998 Lester Category 2 183 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 30 km
1997 Rick Category 2 32 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 276 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 188 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 3 150 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 99 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 150 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 101 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 37 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 78 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 58 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 144 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
February 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in Coldest
March 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
May 80°F (26°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
August 78°F (26°C) 10.1 in
September 78°F (25°C) 10.6 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 4.4 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest

San Marcos Zacatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in February to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near San Marcos Zacatepec

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 Marcos Zacatepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado

Airports Near San Marcos Zacatepec

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
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

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 Marcos Zacatepec

What is the population of San Marcos Zacatepec?

San Marcos Zacatepec has a population of 1,034 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 372.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Marcos Zacatepec?

San Marcos Zacatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Marcos Zacatepec?

The job market in San Marcos Zacatepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 33 business establishments in the area.

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