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San Mateo Nejápam, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Mateo Nejápam is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,009. Elevation: 4,446 ft (1,355 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,009 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,446 ft (1,355 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.6557°, -98.4171° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.7 inches (907 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Mateo Nejápam
San Mateo Nejápam is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,009. The city sits at an elevation of 4,446 feet (1,355 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Mateo Nejápam vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 32 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,446 ft (1,355 m) |
| Area | 399.5 sq mi (1,034.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.6557°N, 98.4171°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1820 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | — | 135 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 129 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | — | 126 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 148 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 135 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 99 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 126 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 132 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 131 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 126 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 146 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (154 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 154 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 175 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
San Mateo Nejápam has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 61°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (0.1").
Airports Near San Mateo Nejápam
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | — | Small 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 Nejápam?
San Mateo Nejápam has a population of 1,009 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 399.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Mateo Nejápam?
San Mateo Nejápam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.
How is the job market in San Mateo Nejápam?
The job market in San Mateo Nejápam is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.