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Santa Catarina Cuanana, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa Catarina Cuanana is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 685. Elevation: 4,964 ft (1,513 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

685 Population 5/sq mi density
4,964 ft Elevation 1,513 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
56.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population685
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation4,964 ft (1,513 m)
Population685
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,964 ft (1,513 m)
Coordinates16.8139°, -97.4711°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation56.5 inches (1,436 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Catarina Cuanana

Santa Catarina Cuanana is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 685. The city sits at an elevation of 4,964 feet (1,513 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: Santa Catarina Cuanana vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Catarina Cuanana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,964 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,964 ft (1,513 m)
Area139.4 sq mi (361.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates16.8139°N, 97.4711°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.5"
49% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,067 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 M7.5 102 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 120 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 89 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 72 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 113 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 96 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 133 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 57 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 91 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 99 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 101 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 137 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 102 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 65 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 109 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 66 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 112 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 60 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 141 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 4 105 km
2024 John Category 3 154 km
2023 Otis Category 5 248 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 153 km
2017 Max Category 1 153 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 58 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 235 km
2010 Karl Category 3 243 km
1998 Lester Category 2 257 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 92 km
1997 Rick Category 2 106 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 163 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 11 115 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 120 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 88 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 89 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 99 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 113 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 44 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
April 71°F (21°C) 1.4 in
May 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 12.1 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 9.5 in
August 69°F (21°C) 10.4 in
September 69°F (21°C) 10.6 in
October 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in
November 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in

Santa Catarina Cuanana has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 65°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.1") and January the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Santa Catarina Cuanana

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge 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 Santa Catarina Cuanana

What is the population of Santa Catarina Cuanana?

Santa Catarina Cuanana has a population of 685 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 139.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Catarina Cuanana?

Santa Catarina Cuanana 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 70°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Catarina Cuanana?

The job market in Santa Catarina Cuanana is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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