San Miguel el Grande, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Miguel el Grande is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,036. Elevation: 8,110 ft (2,472 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About San Miguel el Grande
San Miguel el Grande is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in southern Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 4705 km2.
It is part of the Tlaxiaco District in the south of the Mixteca Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,036 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,110 ft (2,472 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.0464°, -97.6213° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.4 inches (951 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Miguel el Grande
San Miguel el Grande is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,036. The city sits at an elevation of 8,110 feet (2,472 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,110 ft (2,472 m) |
| Area | 132.5 sq mi (343.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.0464°N, 97.6213°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 112 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 108 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 90 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 89 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 129 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 128 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 60 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 0.4 in |
San Miguel el Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 56°F in January to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.3").
Libraries in San Miguel el Grande
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Miguel el Grande
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near San Miguel el Grande
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barranca Honda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pinotepa Nacional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | - | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of San Miguel el Grande?
San Miguel el Grande has a population of 1,036 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 132.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Miguel el Grande?
San Miguel el Grande 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 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.
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