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San Miguel Quetzaltepec, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Miguel Quetzaltepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 3,860. Elevation: 3,937 ft (1,200 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Miguel Quetzaltepec
San Miguel Quetzaltepec is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Sierra Mixe district within the Sierra Norte de Oaxaca Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 3,860 |
| Population Density | 92 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,937 ft (1,200 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.9755°, -95.7621° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.5 inches (1,307 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Miguel Quetzaltepec
San Miguel Quetzaltepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 3,860. The city sits at an elevation of 3,937 feet (1,200 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Miguel Quetzaltepec vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 124 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,937 ft (1,200 m) |
| Area | 41.9 sq mi (108.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 92/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9755°N, 95.7621°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 124 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 75 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 92 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 150 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (187 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 8.9 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in |
San Miguel Quetzaltepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.8").
Airports Near San Miguel Quetzaltepec
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Miguel Quetzaltepec?
San Miguel Quetzaltepec has a population of 3,860 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Miguel Quetzaltepec?
San Miguel Quetzaltepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches.
How is the job market in San Miguel Quetzaltepec?
The job market in San Miguel Quetzaltepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 124 business establishments in the area.