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San Sebastián del Monte, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Sebastián del Monte is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,526. Elevation: 5,430 ft (1,655 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,526 Population 129/sq mi density
5,430 ft Elevation 1,655 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
29.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,526
Density129/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation5,430 ft (1,655 m)
Population1,526
Population Density129 / sq mi
Elevation5,430 ft (1,655 m)
Coordinates17.6778°, -98.0219°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation29.1 inches (738 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Sebastián del Monte

San Sebastián del Monte is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,526. The city sits at an elevation of 5,430 feet (1,655 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 49 business establishments.

Income: San Sebastián del Monte vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Sebastián del Monte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,430 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.9°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,430 ft (1,655 m)
Area11.8 sq mi (30.6 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates17.6778°N, 98.0219°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.1"
24% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.26"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

591 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 117 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 134 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 144 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 109 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 100 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 126 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 145 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 116 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 119 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 146 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 125 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 142 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 98 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 136 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 127 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 118 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 129 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 145 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 141 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 135 km
2024 John Category 3 152 km
2023 Otis Category 5 218 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 263 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 298 km
2017 Max Category 1 143 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 132 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 283 km
2010 Karl Category 3 187 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 145 km
1997 Rick Category 2 216 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 135 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 141 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 117 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 135 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 134 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (162 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 162 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 170 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 179 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 182 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 186 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 195 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in
August 73°F (23°C) 4.9 in
September 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
November 71°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest

San Sebastián del Monte has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 69°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.3") and December the driest (0.2").

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Museums in San Sebastián del Monte

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mureh
Museo Geológico Comunitario de Rosario Nuevo “Ing. Jorge Jiménez Rentería”

Libraries in San Sebastián del Monte

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Santa María0.0
Biblioteca UTM0.0

Farmers Markets in San Sebastián del Monte

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Benito Juárez
Mercado Cuautémoc
Mercado Porfirio Díaz

Breweries in San Sebastián del Monte

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Heineken México

Airports Near San Sebastián del Monte

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 del Monte

What is the population of San Sebastián del Monte?

San Sebastián del Monte has a population of 1,526 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 129 people per square mile, spread across 11.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Sebastián del Monte?

San Sebastián del Monte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches.

How is the job market in San Sebastián del Monte?

The job market in San Sebastián del Monte is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 49 business establishments in the area.

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