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San Miguel Achiutla, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Miguel Achiutla is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 342. Elevation: 6,404 ft (1,952 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

342 Population 18/sq mi density
6,404 ft Elevation 1,952 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population342
Density18/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation6,404 ft (1,952 m)
Population342
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation6,404 ft (1,952 m)
Coordinates17.3065°, -97.4888°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Miguel Achiutla

San Miguel Achiutla is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 342. The city sits at an elevation of 6,404 feet (1,952 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 11 business establishments.

Income: San Miguel Achiutla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Miguel Achiutla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,404 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,404 ft (1,952 m)
Area19.2 sq mi (49.8 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates17.3065°N, 97.4888°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.69"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,231 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 132 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 120 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 115 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 120 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 133 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 144 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 106 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 140 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 118 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 134 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 121 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 116 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 114 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 134 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 132 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 89 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 106 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 133 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 92 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 140 km
2024 John Category 3 169 km
2023 Otis Category 5 255 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 195 km
2017 Max Category 1 165 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 100 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 283 km
2010 Karl Category 3 192 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 133 km
1997 Rick Category 2 159 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 167 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 11 140 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 132 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 120 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 120 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 92 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (193 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 60°F (15°C) 0.3 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 64°F (18°C) 6.7 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 5.6 in
August 62°F (17°C) 5.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 5.5 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
November 60°F (15°C) 0.7 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.2 in

San Miguel Achiutla has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 56°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and January the driest (0.2").

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Museums in San Miguel Achiutla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo comunitario "Rastros y Rostros"
Museo de historia

Farmers Markets in San Miguel Achiutla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near San Miguel Achiutla

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall 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 Miguel Achiutla

What is the population of San Miguel Achiutla?

San Miguel Achiutla has a population of 342 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 19.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Miguel Achiutla?

San Miguel Achiutla 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 60°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.

How is the job market in San Miguel Achiutla?

The job market in San Miguel Achiutla is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 11 business establishments in the area.

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