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Santa Catarina Tayata, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa Catarina Tayata is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 277. Elevation: 6,932 ft (2,113 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 277 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,932 ft (2,113 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.3472°, -97.5582° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Catarina Tayata
Santa Catarina Tayata is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 277. The city sits at an elevation of 6,932 feet (2,113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa Catarina Tayata vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 9 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,932 ft (2,113 m) |
| Area | 19.2 sq mi (49.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.3472°N, 97.5582°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 138 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 127 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 119 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 119 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 94 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (190 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.2 in |
Santa Catarina Tayata has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 56°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.1") and January the driest (0.2").
Museums in Santa Catarina Tayata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo comunitario "Rastros y Rostros" | ||||
| Museo de historia |
Farmers Markets in Santa Catarina Tayata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near Santa Catarina Tayata
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | 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 Tayata
What is the population of Santa Catarina Tayata?
Santa Catarina Tayata has a population of 277 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 19.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Catarina Tayata?
Santa Catarina Tayata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Catarina Tayata?
Santa Catarina Tayata has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 9 business establishments in the area.