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San Miguel Chimalapa, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Miguel Chimalapa is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,444. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Miguel Chimalapa
San Miguel Chimalapa is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Juchitán District in the west of the Istmo de Tehuantepec region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,444 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.7142°, -94.7481° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.2 inches (1,579 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Miguel Chimalapa
San Miguel Chimalapa is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,444. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet (128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Miguel Chimalapa vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 46 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.7°F |
| 42% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 50.0 sq mi (129.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.7142°N, 94.7481°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 121 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 143 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (177 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in |
San Miguel Chimalapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 62.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.2") and March the driest (1.1").
Airports Near San Miguel Chimalapa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| C.P.A. Leonardo López Hernandez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
| Llano Grande Airport | — | 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 Miguel Chimalapa?
San Miguel Chimalapa has a population of 1,444 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 50.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Miguel Chimalapa?
San Miguel Chimalapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.2 inches.
How is the job market in San Miguel Chimalapa?
The job market in San Miguel Chimalapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.