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San Pedro Sochiápam, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Pedro Sochiápam is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,843. Elevation: 4,140 ft (1,262 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,843 Population 8/sq mi density
4,140 ft Elevation 1,262 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
84.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,843
Density8/mi²

Economy

Unemployment5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain84.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation4,140 ft (1,262 m)
Population1,843
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation4,140 ft (1,262 m)
Coordinates17.8254°, -96.6640°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation84.5 inches (2,146 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Pedro Sochiápam

San Pedro Sochiápam is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,843. The city sits at an elevation of 4,140 feet (1,262 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: San Pedro Sochiápam vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Pedro Sochiápam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 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 84.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,140 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,140 ft (1,262 m)
Area223.7 sq mi (579.4 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates17.8254°N, 96.6640°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 84.5"
122% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.24"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

299 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 103 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 108 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 90 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 60 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 90 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 140 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 97 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 126 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 124 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 102 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 72 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 146 km
Feb 14, 2007 3 km N of San Pedro Quiatoni, Mexico M4.9 131 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 31 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 144 km
Apr 14, 2019 4 km SSE of Constitución Mexicana, Mexico M4.8 150 km
Nov 6, 2017 5 km E of La Mina, Mexico M4.8 68 km
Apr 22, 1992 9 km NNE of Santo Domingo Tomaltepec, Mexico M4.8 77 km
Jul 9, 2021 6 km ENE of Tlahuitoltepec, Mexico M4.8 106 km
Oct 8, 2017 4 km WNW of Santiago Huaxolotipac, Mexico M4.7 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 243 km
2024 John Category 3 274 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 216 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 242 km
2017 Max Category 1 268 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 197 km
2010 Karl Category 3 120 km
2007 Dean Category 2 298 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 297 km
2005 Stan Category 1 205 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 226 km
1997 Rick Category 2 214 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 268 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (148 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 148 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 161 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 175 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 178 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 182 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in
February 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
March 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.3 in
June 72°F (22°C) 14.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 17.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 16.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 16.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 10.0 in
November 65°F (18°C) 5.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Coldest

San Pedro Sochiápam has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in December to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 96.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.2") and March the driest (1.9").

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Airports Near San Pedro Sochiápam

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
Tres Encinos 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 Sochiápam

What is the population of San Pedro Sochiápam?

San Pedro Sochiápam has a population of 1,843 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 223.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Pedro Sochiápam?

San Pedro Sochiápam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.5 inches.

How is the job market in San Pedro Sochiápam?

The unemployment rate in San Pedro Sochiápam is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

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