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San Mateo Piñas, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Mateo Piñas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 297. Elevation: 3,366 ft (1,026 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

297 Population 1/sq mi density
3,366 ft Elevation 1,026 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
72.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population297
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain72.2 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation3,366 ft (1,026 m)
Population297
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,366 ft (1,026 m)
Coordinates15.9999°, -96.3353°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Mateo Piñas

San Mateo Piñas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 297. The city sits at an elevation of 3,366 feet (1,026 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 10 business establishments.

Income: San Mateo Piñas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)10

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Mateo Piñas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 72.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,366 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,366 ft (1,026 m)
Area273.8 sq mi (709.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates15.9999°N, 96.3353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.2"
90% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.40"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,577 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 64 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 37 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 14 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 105 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 124 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 58 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 128 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 46 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 124 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 117 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 11 km
Mar 5, 2025 60 km SSE of Santa Gertrudis Miramar, Mexico M5.5 140 km
Apr 11, 2018 57 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.5 146 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 65 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 45 km
Jul 24, 2020 26 km SSE of Crucecita, Mexico M5.5 60 km
Oct 11, 2002 29 km SSE of El Coyul, Mexico M5.5 77 km
Apr 4, 2023 10 km E of San Gabriel Mixtepec, Mexico M5.4 70 km
Mar 20, 1996 13 km SW of Santiago Cuixtla, Mexico M5.4 99 km
Aug 5, 2002 3 km SSW of Tapanalá, Mexico M5.4 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 121 km
2024 John Category 3 238 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 13 km
2022 Bonnie Category 1 291 km
2017 Max Category 1 285 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 231 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 59 km
2011 Hilary Category 1 267 km
2006 John Category 2 288 km
1998 Lester Category 2 167 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 69 km
1997 Rick Category 1 30 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 274 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 37 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 66 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 45 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 75 km
2025 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 0.2 m 139 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 45 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 67 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
May 76°F (24°C) 5.2 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 12.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 8.5 in
August 75°F (24°C) 11.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 12.4 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in

San Mateo Piñas has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 59.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.4") and January the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in San Mateo Piñas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in San Mateo Piñas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 3 de Mayo
Mercado de artesanias de Santa Cruz Huatulco
Mercado Organico de Huatulco

Airports Near San Mateo Piñas

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge 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 Piñas

What is the population of San Mateo Piñas?

San Mateo Piñas has a population of 297 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Mateo Piñas?

San Mateo Piñas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches.

How is the job market in San Mateo Piñas?

The job market in San Mateo Piñas is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 10 business establishments in the area.

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