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San Pedro Leapi, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Pedro Leapi is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 515. Elevation: 5,164 ft (1,574 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

515 Population 2/sq mi density
5,164 ft Elevation 1,574 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
27.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population515
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation5,164 ft (1,574 m)
Population515
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,164 ft (1,574 m)
Coordinates16.3339°, -96.1280°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation27.6 inches (700 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Pedro Leapi

San Pedro Leapi is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 515. The city sits at an elevation of 5,164 feet (1,574 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: San Pedro Leapi vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Pedro Leapi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,164 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,164 ft (1,574 m)
Area351.7 sq mi (911.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates16.3339°N, 96.1280°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.6"
27% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.98"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,755 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 28, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 91 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 51 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 53 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 117 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 137 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 136 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 127 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 88 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 142 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 92 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 71 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 81 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 109 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 90 km
Oct 11, 2002 29 km SSE of El Coyul, Mexico M5.5 87 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 145 km
Mar 5, 2025 60 km SSE of Santa Gertrudis Miramar, Mexico M5.5 137 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 34 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 26 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 164 km
2024 John Category 3 268 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 56 km
2017 Max Category 1 298 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 218 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 102 km
2010 Karl Category 1 294 km
2005 Stan Category 1 284 km
1998 Lester Category 2 204 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 109 km
1997 Rick Category 1 50 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 51 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 35 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 26 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 103 km
2025 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 0.2 m 130 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 74 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 6.0 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in
August 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in
September 72°F (22°C) 5.3 in
October 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in

San Pedro Leapi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 69°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near San Pedro Leapi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge 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 Leapi

What is the population of San Pedro Leapi?

San Pedro Leapi has a population of 515 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 351.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Pedro Leapi?

San Pedro Leapi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.

How is the job market in San Pedro Leapi?

The job market in San Pedro Leapi is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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