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San Sebastián de las Grutas, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
San Sebastián de las Grutas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 926. Elevation: 5,604 ft (1,708 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 926 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,604 ft (1,708 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.6319°, -96.9572° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.8 inches (884 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Sebastián de las Grutas
San Sebastián de las Grutas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 926. The city sits at an elevation of 5,604 feet (1,708 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Sebastián de las Grutas vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 30 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.7°F |
| 24% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,604 ft (1,708 m) |
| Area | 262.6 sq mi (680.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.6319°N, 96.9572°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 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 | 131 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 129 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 136 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 118 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 137 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 68 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 139 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 84 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in |
San Sebastián de las Grutas has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 63°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near San Sebastián de las Grutas
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor Oaxaca - 101.7 FM - XHZB-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 101.7, 101.7 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LA MEXICANA 570 (Oaxaca) - 570 AM - XHEOA-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 570 am, 94.9 fm | MP3 | |
| LA KEBUENA 89.7 (Oaxaca) - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 98.5 (Oaxaca) - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca (ORO) - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mexicana Oaxaca 94.9 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA | 94.1, 94.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca | baladas en español, grupo as | MP3 | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, AC - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| tuxtepExa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 95.7 (Oaxaca) - 95.7 FM - XHCE-FM - Grupo Encuentro - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Oaxaca - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 98.5, 98.5 fm | MP3 32 kbps |
Farmers Markets in San Sebastián de las Grutas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baratillo - Mercado de Animales | |||||
| Mercado de San Juan | |||||
| Mercado de San Pablo Huixtepec | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near San Sebastián de las Grutas
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | — | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose del Progreso Airport. | — | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tututepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Sebastián de las Grutas?
San Sebastián de las Grutas has a population of 926 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 262.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Sebastián de las Grutas?
San Sebastián de las Grutas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches.
How is the job market in San Sebastián de las Grutas?
The job market in San Sebastián de las Grutas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 30 business establishments in the area.