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San Pedro Pochutla, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Pedro Pochutla is a small city in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 13,685. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 13,685 |
| Population Density | 844 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.7456°, -96.4657° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.4 inches (1,077 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Pedro Pochutla
San Pedro Pochutla is a small city in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 13,685. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet (156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Pedro Pochutla vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 438 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in San Pedro Pochutla
San Pedro Pochutla has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 871 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 16.2 sq mi (42.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 844/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.7456°N, 96.4657°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 94 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 72 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 69 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 40 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 42 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in |
San Pedro Pochutla has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.3") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in San Pedro Pochutla
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Bachilleres del Estado de Oaxaca Plantel 24 | College | — | Visit → |
| Universidad Del Mar | University | — | — |
Schools in San Pedro Pochutla
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benito Juárez | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in San Pedro Pochutla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca infantil | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UMAR | 0.0 | |||||
| La Biblio de Mazunte | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Pedro Pochutla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 12 de Octubre | |||||
| Mercado 12 de Octubre | |||||
| Mercado El Calvario | |||||
| Mercado local de Puerto Ángel |
Hotels in San Pedro Pochutla
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Pedro Pochutla
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Pedro Pochutla
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in San Pedro Pochutla
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Pedro Pochutla
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in San Pedro Pochutla
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in San Pedro Pochutla
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Pedro Pochutla
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Pedro Pochutla
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near San Pedro Pochutla
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | Large Airport |
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
Treatment Centers in San Pedro Pochutla
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Pedro Pochutla?
San Pedro Pochutla has a population of 13,685 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 844 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Pedro Pochutla?
San Pedro Pochutla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches.
How is the job market in San Pedro Pochutla?
The job market in San Pedro Pochutla is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 438 business establishments in the area.