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San Vicente Piñas, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

San Vicente Piñas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,003. Elevation: 1,969 ft (600 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,003 Population 20/sq mi density
1,969 ft Elevation 600 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
107.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,003
Density20/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain107.9 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Population1,003
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Coordinates16.7853°, -98.0604°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation107.9 inches (2,740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Vicente Piñas

San Vicente Piñas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,003. The city sits at an elevation of 1,969 feet (600 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 32 business establishments.

Income: San Vicente Piñas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Vicente Piñas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 107.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,969 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Area50.9 sq mi (131.9 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates16.7853°N, 98.0604°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.9"
184% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.71"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,504 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 145 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 37 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 57 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 45 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 90 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 53 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 70 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 53 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 75 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 37 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 83 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 40 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 51 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 113 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 66 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 55 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 72 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 88 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 56 km
2024 John Category 3 92 km
2023 Otis Category 5 186 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 197 km
2017 Max Category 1 90 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 253 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 36 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 202 km
2010 Karl Category 3 270 km
2006 John Category 3 295 km
1998 Lester Category 2 261 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 50 km
1997 Rick Category 2 122 km
1996 Boris Category 1 249 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 294 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 101 km
1984 Odile Category 2 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

10 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 57 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 121 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 115 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 57 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 38 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 37 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 138 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 90 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 133 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 45 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 11.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 12.1 in
August 79°F (26°C) 12.0 in
September 78°F (26°C) 15.7 in Wettest
October 78°F (25°C) 6.2 in
November 76°F (24°C) 1.1 in
December 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in

San Vicente Piñas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 68°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.7") and February the driest (0.1").

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Museums in San Vicente Piñas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Comunitario

Farmers Markets in San Vicente Piñas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Artesanal Amuzgos
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Xochistlahuaca
Mercado Municipal de Xoxhistlahuaca
Mercado Provicional de Xochistlahuca

Airports Near San Vicente Piñas

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec 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 Piñas

What is the population of San Vicente Piñas?

San Vicente Piñas has a population of 1,003 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 50.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Vicente Piñas?

San Vicente Piñas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Vicente Piñas?

The job market in San Vicente Piñas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.

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