San Nicolás, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Nicolás is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 797. Elevation: 4,921 ft (1,500 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
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People
Climate
| Population | 797 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,921 ft (1,500 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.4159°, -96.7402° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.0 inches (457 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Nicolás
San Nicolás is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 797. The city sits at an elevation of 4,921 feet (1,500 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.4°F |
| 27% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,921 ft (1,500 m) |
| Area | 48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.4159°N, 96.7402°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 98 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 101 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 88 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 54 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 107 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 108 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | - | 24 | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in |
San Nicolás has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 64°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (0.1").
Libraries in San Nicolás
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Nicolás
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Sta. Ana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez |
Airports Near San Nicolás
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | Large Airport |
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of San Nicolás?
San Nicolás has a population of 797 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Nicolás?
San Nicolás 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 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.
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