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San Vicente Coatlán, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Vicente Coatlán is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 3,606. Elevation: 4,524 ft (1,379 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,606 Population 100/sq mi density
4,524 ft Elevation 1,379 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
39.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About San Vicente Coatlán

San Vicente Coatlán is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Ejutla District in the south of the Valles Centrales Region.

People

Population3,606
Density100/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation4,524 ft (1,379 m)
Population3,606
Population Density100 / sq mi
Elevation4,524 ft (1,379 m)
Coordinates16.3890°, -96.8440°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation39.9 inches (1,013 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Vicente Coatlán

San Vicente Coatlán is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 3,606. The city sits at an elevation of 4,524 feet (1,379 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 115 business establishments.

Income: San Vicente Coatlán vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)115

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Vicente Coatlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,524 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,524 ft (1,379 m)
Area36.0 sq mi (93.1 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates16.3890°N, 96.8440°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"
5% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.50"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,666 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 38 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 105 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 148 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 121 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 139 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 147 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 81 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 100 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 120 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 107 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 95 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 78 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 106 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 112 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 101 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 107 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 139 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 55 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 132 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 122 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 4 121 km
2024 John Category 3 195 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 72 km
2017 Max Category 1 222 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 293 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 58 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 243 km
2010 Karl Category 1 279 km
2006 John Category 3 299 km
1998 Lester Category 2 211 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 77 km
1997 Rick Category 2 60 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 237 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

10 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 10 105 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 112 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 147 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 98 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 148 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 45 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 139 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 97 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 113 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in
May 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 8.5 in Wettest
July 69°F (20°C) 6.3 in
August 68°F (20°C) 7.0 in
September 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in

San Vicente Coatlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 65°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (0.2").

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Farmers Markets in San Vicente Coatlán

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

Airports Near San Vicente Coatlán

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge 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 Vicente Coatlán

What is the population of San Vicente Coatlán?

San Vicente Coatlán has a population of 3,606 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 36.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Vicente Coatlán?

San Vicente Coatlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Vicente Coatlán?

San Vicente Coatlán has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 115 business establishments in the area.

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