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San Miguel Peras, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Miguel Peras is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,169. Elevation: 6,844 ft (2,086 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,169 Population 25/sq mi density
6,844 ft Elevation 2,086 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About San Miguel Peras

San Miguel Peras is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 121.2 km2.
It is part of the Zaachila District in the west of the Valles Centrales Region.

People

Population1,169
Density25/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation6,844 ft (2,086 m)
Population1,169
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation6,844 ft (2,086 m)
Coordinates16.9392°, -97.0112°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,015 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Miguel Peras

San Miguel Peras is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,169. The city sits at an elevation of 6,844 feet (2,086 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 37 business establishments.

Income: San Miguel Peras vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in San Miguel Peras

San Miguel Peras 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 Peras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 40.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,844 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above Mexico avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,844 ft (2,086 m)
Area46.8 sq mi (121.2 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates16.9392°N, 97.0112°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.52"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,325 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 98 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 139 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 120 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 145 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 140 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 102 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 134 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 150 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 106 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 111 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 125 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 125 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 106 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 82 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 117 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 129 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 98 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 62 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 150 km
2024 John Category 3 205 km
2023 Otis Category 5 298 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 133 km
2017 Max Category 1 203 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 98 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 275 km
2010 Karl Category 3 219 km
2005 Stan Category 1 290 km
1998 Lester Category 2 271 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 122 km
1997 Rick Category 2 117 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 212 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 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 6 147 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 139 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 141 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 139 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 101 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 91 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
May 65°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 64°F (18°C) 7.5 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 5.6 in
August 62°F (17°C) 6.3 in
September 62°F (17°C) 5.5 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.7 in

San Miguel Peras has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 55°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.5") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San Miguel Peras

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 Peras

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo comunitario de San José el Mogote (Ex-Hacienda el Cacique)
Museo del Sitio de Monte Albán

Libraries in San Miguel Peras

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Nazareno Etla0.0
Biblioteca publica0.0

Farmers Markets in San Miguel Peras

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Baratillo - Mercado de Animales
Casa de Adobe
Mercadito 10 de Mayo
Mercado de San Juan
Mercado de San Pablo Huixtepec
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Túristico Municipal "La Asunción"

Airports Near San Miguel Peras

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge 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

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Miguel Peras

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Templo de San Miguel

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 Peras

What is the population of San Miguel Peras?

San Miguel Peras has a population of 1,169 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 46.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Miguel Peras?

San Miguel Peras enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches.

How is the job market in San Miguel Peras?

The job market in San Miguel Peras is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

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