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Santa Ana Rayón, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa Ana Rayón is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 546. Elevation: 4,580 ft (1,396 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

546 Population 4/sq mi density
4,580 ft Elevation 1,396 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
30.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population546
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.1%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation4,580 ft (1,396 m)
Population546
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation4,580 ft (1,396 m)
Coordinates17.8615°, -98.2879°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation30.4 inches (773 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Ana Rayón

Santa Ana Rayón is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 546. The city sits at an elevation of 4,580 feet (1,396 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Santa Ana Rayón vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Ana Rayón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 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 30.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,580 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,580 ft (1,396 m)
Area136.2 sq mi (352.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates17.8615°N, 98.2879°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.4"
20% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.69"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

449 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M5.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 125 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 79 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 107 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 131 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 130 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 133 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 90 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 102 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 125 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 149 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 148 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 33 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 109 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 31 km
Aug 13, 2013 4 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M5.3 135 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 60 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 32 km
Mar 13, 1996 12 km SE of Coacoyulichán, Mexico M5.2 143 km
Aug 16, 2013 3 km NW of El Pitahayo, Mexico M5.2 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 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 5 206 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 297 km
2021 Grace Category 1 300 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 297 km
2017 Max Category 1 145 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 298 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 157 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 288 km
2010 Karl Category 3 195 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 150 km
1997 Rick Category 2 241 km
1996 Boris Category 1 298 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 131 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 125 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (134 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 134 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 151 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 162 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 167 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 169 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 179 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 179 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (25°C) 0.3 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in Warmest
May 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 6.7 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 5.5 in
September 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in
October 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest

Santa Ana Rayón has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in January to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Santa Ana Rayón

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Santa Ana Rayón

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 Santa Ana Rayón

What is the population of Santa Ana Rayón?

Santa Ana Rayón has a population of 546 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 136.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Ana Rayón?

Santa Ana Rayón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Ana Rayón?

Santa Ana Rayón has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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