San Miguel del Valle, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Miguel del Valle is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,818. Elevation: 5,846 ft (1,782 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

2,818 Population 9/sq mi density
5,846 ft Elevation 1,782 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,818
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Elevation5,846 ft (1,782 m)
Population2,818
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation5,846 ft (1,782 m)
Coordinates17.0208°, -96.4173°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Miguel del Valle

San Miguel del Valle is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,818. The city sits at an elevation of 5,846 feet (1,782 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

Climate in San Miguel del Valle

San Miguel del Valle has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 779 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F 8.8° / - 1.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F 10.6° / - 4.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F 11.9° / - 16.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F 14.1° / - 43.6
May 0°C / 32°F 15.6° / - 84.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F 16.3° / - 144.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F 15.4° / - 134.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F 15.2° / - 152.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F 15.3° / - 140.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F 13.3° / - 50.8
Nov 0°C / 32°F 10.4° / - 4.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F 8.7° / - 0.4
San Miguel del Valle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,846 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Geography

Elevation5,846 ft (1,782 m)
Area325.1 sq mi (842.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates17.0208°N, 96.4173°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.1"
42% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,116 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 120 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 134 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 127 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 109 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 149 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 141 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 129 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 140 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 143 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 19 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 134 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 113 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 108 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 61 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 130 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 109 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 116 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 107 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 147 km
Jun 24, 2020 4 km ESE of San Miguel Figueroa, Mexico M5.4 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 201 km
2024 John Category 3 264 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 125 km
2017 Max Category 1 267 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 278 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 139 km
2010 Karl Category 3 213 km
2005 Stan Category 1 238 km
1998 Lester Category 2 280 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 156 km
1997 Rick Category 2 126 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

4 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 10 134 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 104 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m - 107 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
March 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 7.1 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 5.7 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 5.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 7.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
November 54°F (12°C) 1.2 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest

San Miguel del Valle has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 54°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near San Miguel del Valle

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor Oaxaca - 101.7 FM - XHZB-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA 101.7, 101.7 fm MP3 64 kbps
LA MEXICANA 570 (Oaxaca) - 570 AM - XHEOA-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Oaxaca, Oaxaca 570 am, 94.9 fm MP3
LA KEBUENA 89.7 (Oaxaca) - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca 89.7 fm, américa MP3 192 kbps
La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM banda, banda norteña MP3
EXA FM 98.5 (Oaxaca) - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca (ORO) - Oaxaca, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 32 kbps
Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA 89.1, 89.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca 89.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
La Mexicana Oaxaca 94.9 FM banda, banda norteña MP3
La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA 94.1, 94.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca baladas en español, grupo as MP3
Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, AC - Salina Cruz, OA 89.1, 89.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
tuxtepExa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA 101.3, 101.3 fm MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA 101.3, 101.3 fm MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 95.7 (Oaxaca) - 95.7 FM - XHCE-FM - Grupo Encuentro - Oaxaca, Oaxaca 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM Oaxaca - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA 98.5, 98.5 fm MP3 32 kbps

Museums in San Miguel del Valle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Community museum
Museo Comunitario
Museo Frisell de Arte Zapoteca Mitla

Libraries in San Miguel del Valle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in San Miguel del Valle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Artesanías
Mercado Margarita Maza de Juárez
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal Martin González

Airports Near San Miguel del Valle

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Miguel del Valle

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Miguel Arcángel

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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What is the population of San Miguel del Valle?

San Miguel del Valle has a population of 2,818 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 325.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Miguel del Valle?

San Miguel del Valle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.

Nearby Cities

Villa Díaz Ordaz 2,687 pop · 2.0 mi Santa Ana del Valle 1,993 pop · 4.0 mi Fraccionamiento Ciudad Yagul 2,408 pop · 4.2 mi Tlacolula de Matamoros 13,821 pop · 6.0 mi Teotitlán del Valle 5,784 pop · 6.8 mi San Pablo Villa de Mitla 12,511 pop · 7.7 mi Macuilxóchitl de Artigas Carranza 2,633 pop · 8.1 mi San Lucas Quiaviní 1,745 pop · 9.3 mi San Juan Guelavía 3,002 pop · 9.5 mi San Bartolomé Quialana 2,390 pop · 9.9 mi Xaagá 1,465 pop · 10.0 mi San Jerónimo Tlacochahuaya 2,431 pop · 10.9 mi Santiago Matatlán 3,441 pop · 11.0 mi San Sebastián Abasolo 1,471 pop · 11.4 mi
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