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San Mateo Peñasco, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Mateo Peñasco is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 805. Elevation: 6,152 ft (1,875 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

805 Population 6/sq mi density
6,152 ft Elevation 1,875 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
37.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population805
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation6,152 ft (1,875 m)
Population805
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation6,152 ft (1,875 m)
Coordinates17.1514°, -97.5334°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (951 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Mateo Peñasco

San Mateo Peñasco is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 805. The city sits at an elevation of 6,152 feet (1,875 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: San Mateo Peñasco vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Mateo Peñasco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,152 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,152 ft (1,875 m)
Area132.5 sq mi (343.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.1514°N, 97.5334°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
1% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.23"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,643 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 137 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 121 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 104 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 98 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 143 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 138 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 117 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 133 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 88 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 122 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 105 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 108 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 118 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 96 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 99 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 147 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 116 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 107 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 89 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 125 km
2024 John Category 3 158 km
2023 Otis Category 5 246 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 184 km
2017 Max Category 1 154 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 82 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 265 km
2010 Karl Category 3 209 km
1998 Lester Category 2 295 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 117 km
1997 Rick Category 2 144 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 158 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 11 126 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 121 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 105 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 104 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 136 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 143 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 62°F (17°C) 8.2 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 7.1 in
August 61°F (16°C) 6.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 6.4 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.8 in
December 56°F (14°C) 0.4 in

San Mateo Peñasco has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 56°F in January to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.3").

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Farmers Markets in San Mateo Peñasco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near San Mateo Peñasco

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo 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 Mateo Peñasco

What is the population of San Mateo Peñasco?

San Mateo Peñasco has a population of 805 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 132.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Mateo Peñasco?

San Mateo Peñasco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.

How is the job market in San Mateo Peñasco?

The unemployment rate in San Mateo Peñasco is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 26 business establishments in the area.

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