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San Pedro el Alto, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Pedro el Alto is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 850. Elevation: 6,844 ft (2,086 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

850 Population 44/sq mi density
6,844 ft Elevation 2,086 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population850
Density44/mi²

Economy

Unemployment7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation6,844 ft (2,086 m)
Population850
Population Density44 / sq mi
Elevation6,844 ft (2,086 m)
Coordinates17.1497°, -97.4607°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,011 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Pedro el Alto

San Pedro el Alto is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 850. The city sits at an elevation of 6,844 feet (2,086 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: San Pedro el Alto vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Pedro el Alto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,844 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,844 ft (2,086 m)
Area19.2 sq mi (49.8 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates17.1497°N, 97.4607°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.8"
5% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,596 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 M7.5 134 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 128 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 110 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 101 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 146 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 138 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 121 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 141 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 91 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 125 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 111 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 115 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 124 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 99 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 146 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 100 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 139 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 119 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 92 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 130 km
2024 John Category 3 165 km
2023 Otis Category 5 254 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 179 km
2017 Max Category 1 161 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 86 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 268 km
2010 Karl Category 3 207 km
1998 Lester Category 2 295 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 122 km
1997 Rick Category 2 142 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 166 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 11 132 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 128 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 110 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 110 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 133 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 146 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 71°F (21°C) 8.5 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 6.9 in
August 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in
September 69°F (21°C) 7.3 in
October 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in

San Pedro el Alto has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 65°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in San Pedro el Alto

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Telesecundaria
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Farmers Markets in San Pedro el Alto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near San Pedro el Alto

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall 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 Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport

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 Pedro el Alto

What is the population of San Pedro el Alto?

San Pedro el Alto has a population of 850 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 19.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Pedro el Alto?

San Pedro el Alto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.

How is the job market in San Pedro el Alto?

The unemployment rate in San Pedro el Alto is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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