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Santa Catarina Minas, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa Catarina Minas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,733. Elevation: 5,184 ft (1,580 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Catarina Minas
Santa Catarina Minas is a municipality in the state of Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of km2. It is part of the Ocotlán District in the south of the Valles Centrales Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,733 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,184 ft (1,580 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.7792°, -96.6151° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.1 inches (560 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Catarina Minas
Santa Catarina Minas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,733. The city sits at an elevation of 5,184 feet (1,580 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa Catarina Minas vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 55 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Santa Catarina Minas
Santa Catarina Minas has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 779 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.1°F |
| 26% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,184 ft (1,580 m) |
| Area | 123.9 sq mi (320.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.7792°N, 96.6151°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 119 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 102 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 98 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 95 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 123 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in |
Santa Catarina Minas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 64°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Santa Catarina Minas
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor Oaxaca - 101.7 FM - XHZB-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 101.7, 101.7 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LA MEXICANA 570 (Oaxaca) - 570 AM - XHEOA-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 570 am, 94.9 fm | MP3 | |
| LA KEBUENA 89.7 (Oaxaca) - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 98.5 (Oaxaca) - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca (ORO) - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mexicana Oaxaca 94.9 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA | 94.1, 94.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca | baladas en español, grupo as | MP3 | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, AC - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| tuxtepExa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 95.7 (Oaxaca) - 95.7 FM - XHCE-FM - Grupo Encuentro - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Oaxaca - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 98.5, 98.5 fm | MP3 32 kbps |
Museums in Santa Catarina Minas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Difusión de la Grana Cochinilla Fina Tlapanochestli | ||||
| Museo Comunitario | ||||
| Museo de Arte de Santa María Coyotepec | ||||
| Rodolpho Morales Home | ||||
| Rodolpho Morales Museum |
Libraries in Santa Catarina Minas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Catarina Minas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baratillo - Mercado de Animales | |||||
| Mercado Alarii | |||||
| Mercado de artesanias "Barro Negro" | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanias de Barro Negro | |||||
| Mercado de comida San Antonino | |||||
| Mercado de San Juan | |||||
| Mercado de San Pablo Huixtepec | |||||
| Mercado Gastronomico de Zaachila | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Martin González |
Breweries in Santa Catarina Minas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuahutémoc Moctezuma |
Airports Near Santa Catarina Minas
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Catarina Minas
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación Infantil Teletón | ||
| Grupo Cuatro de Alcohólicos Anónimos | ||
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación. Zona 1. Villa de Zaachila |
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What is the population of Santa Catarina Minas?
Santa Catarina Minas has a population of 1,733 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 123.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Catarina Minas?
Santa Catarina Minas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Catarina Minas?
The job market in Santa Catarina Minas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 55 business establishments in the area.