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San Miguel Cuevas, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Miguel Cuevas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 522. Elevation: 7,431 ft (2,265 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

522 Population 1/sq mi density
7,431 ft Elevation 2,265 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
107.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population522
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain107.9 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation7,431 ft (2,265 m)
Population522
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation7,431 ft (2,265 m)
Coordinates17.2450°, -98.0501°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation107.9 inches (2,740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Miguel Cuevas

San Miguel Cuevas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 522. The city sits at an elevation of 7,431 feet (2,265 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: San Miguel Cuevas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Miguel Cuevas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 107.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,431 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,431 ft (2,265 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.2450°N, 98.0501°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.9"
184% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.70"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,818 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 78 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 86 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 96 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 141 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 143 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 103 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 89 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 99 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 126 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 71 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 75 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 99 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 124 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 103 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 112 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 121 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 137 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 95 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 123 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 101 km
2024 John Category 3 115 km
2023 Otis Category 5 196 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 231 km
2017 Max Category 1 109 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 277 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 84 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 242 km
2010 Karl Category 3 227 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 98 km
1997 Rick Category 2 171 km
1996 Boris Category 1 274 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 108 km
1984 Odile Category 2 297 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 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 96 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 132 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 139 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 78 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 87 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 86 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 141 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 139 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.1 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
June 68°F (20°C) 8.7 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 8.4 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 8.5 in
September 67°F (19°C) 8.6 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest

San Miguel Cuevas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 62°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in San Miguel Cuevas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in San Miguel Cuevas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near San Miguel Cuevas

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 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 Cuevas

What is the population of San Miguel Cuevas?

San Miguel Cuevas has a population of 522 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Miguel Cuevas?

San Miguel Cuevas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Miguel Cuevas?

The job market in San Miguel Cuevas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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