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Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa Catarina Loxicha is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 3,081. Elevation: 4,265 ft (1,300 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Catarina Loxicha
Santa Catarina Loxicha is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of km2.
It is part of the Pochutla District in the east of the Costa Region
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 3,081 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,265 ft (1,300 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.0695°, -96.7547° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.5 inches (1,307 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Catarina Loxicha
Santa Catarina Loxicha is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 3,081. The city sits at an elevation of 4,265 feet (1,300 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa Catarina Loxicha vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 99 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.8°F |
| 33% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,265 ft (1,300 m) |
| Area | 351.7 sq mi (911.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.0695°N, 96.7547°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 82 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 105 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 86 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 30 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 141 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 116 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 83 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 89 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 10.2 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 9.9 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in |
Santa Catarina Loxicha has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 70°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.3") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Santa Catarina Loxicha
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| IEBO 34 | College | — | — |
Airports Near Santa Catarina Loxicha
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | Large Airport |
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | — | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa Catarina Loxicha
What is the population of Santa Catarina Loxicha?
Santa Catarina Loxicha has a population of 3,081 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 351.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Catarina Loxicha?
Santa Catarina Loxicha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Catarina Loxicha?
Santa Catarina Loxicha has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 99 business establishments in the area.