San Mateo Cajonos, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Mateo Cajonos is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 471. Elevation: 4,528 ft (1,380 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 471 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,528 ft (1,380 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.1610°, -96.2083° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.5 inches (1,206 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Mateo Cajonos
San Mateo Cajonos is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 471. The city sits at an elevation of 4,528 feet (1,380 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,528 ft (1,380 m) |
| Area | 41.9 sq mi (108.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.1610°N, 96.2083°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.6 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 1.6 m | 10 | 143 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 105 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 114 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (190 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 62°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 8.3 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 1.1 in |
San Mateo Cajonos has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 60°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near San Mateo Cajonos
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| W RADIO 95.7 (Oaxaca) - 95.7 FM - XHCE-FM - Grupo Encuentro - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Mateo Cajonos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Frisell de Arte Zapoteca Mitla |
Libraries in San Mateo Cajonos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de la escuela primaria FLORES MAGON | 0.0 | |||||
| Pública municipal Dionicio Lopez Chavez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Mateo Cajonos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado municipal |
Airports Near San Mateo Cajonos
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San Mateo Cajonos?
San Mateo Cajonos has a population of 471 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Mateo Cajonos?
San Mateo Cajonos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches.
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