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San Sebastián Coatlán, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Sebastián Coatlán is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,258. Elevation: 6,506 ft (1,983 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,258 Population 4/sq mi density
6,506 ft Elevation 1,983 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
37.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About San Sebastián Coatlán

San Sebastián Coatlán is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of km2.
It is part of the Miahuatlán District in the south of the Sierra Sur Region.

People

Population1,258
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation6,506 ft (1,983 m)
Population1,258
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation6,506 ft (1,983 m)
Coordinates16.2017°, -96.8267°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation37.9 inches (962 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Sebastián Coatlán

San Sebastián Coatlán is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,258. The city sits at an elevation of 6,506 feet (1,983 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 40 business establishments.

Income: San Sebastián Coatlán vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)40

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Sebastián Coatlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 37.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,506 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,506 ft (1,983 m)
Area351.7 sq mi (911.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates16.2017°N, 96.8267°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.9"
0% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.91"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,693 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 19 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 94 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 125 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 135 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 149 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 67 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 104 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 118 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 64 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 110 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 97 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 111 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 111 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 118 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 114 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 35 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 145 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 136 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 141 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 13 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 4 106 km
2024 John Category 3 192 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 57 km
2017 Max Category 1 228 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 286 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 45 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 232 km
2006 John Category 3 281 km
1998 Lester Category 2 190 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 56 km
1997 Rick Category 2 41 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 289 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 244 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 94 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 110 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 93 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 30 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 135 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 104 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 98 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 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in
April 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 7.9 in Wettest
July 67°F (20°C) 6.0 in
August 67°F (20°C) 6.7 in
September 67°F (19°C) 6.7 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in

San Sebastián Coatlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 64°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (0.2").

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Farmers Markets in San Sebastián Coatlán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sta. Ana
Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez

Airports Near San Sebastián Coatlán

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium 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 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 Sebastián Coatlán

What is the population of San Sebastián Coatlán?

San Sebastián Coatlán has a population of 1,258 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 351.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Sebastián Coatlán?

San Sebastián Coatlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Sebastián Coatlán?

The unemployment rate in San Sebastián Coatlán is 6.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 40 business establishments in the area.

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