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Santa Cruz Acatepec, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa Cruz Acatepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,127. Elevation: 5,361 ft (1,634 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz Acatepec
Santa Cruz Acatepec is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 14.03 km2.
It is part of the Teotitlán District in the north of the Cañada Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,127 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,361 ft (1,634 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.1637°, -96.8748° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.8 inches (275 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz Acatepec
Santa Cruz Acatepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,127. The city sits at an elevation of 5,361 feet (1,634 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa Cruz Acatepec vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 36 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,361 ft (1,634 m) |
| Area | 73.3 sq mi (189.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.1637°N, 96.8748°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 105 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 117 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 151 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 168 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 179 km |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 11.7 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 13.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 12.3 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 12.4 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 6.8 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Santa Cruz Acatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 62°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 70.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.5") and March the driest (1.0").
Museums in Santa Cruz Acatepec
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Sabina’s House |
Libraries in Santa Cruz Acatepec
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca La Asunción | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz Acatepec
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erasto Pineda |
Airports Near Santa Cruz Acatepec
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Ahijadero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Felipe Terrones Acosta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jalisquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Macayas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Macuiles | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tehuacán National Airport | TCN | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Santa Cruz Acatepec?
Santa Cruz Acatepec has a population of 1,127 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 73.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz Acatepec?
Santa Cruz Acatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Cruz Acatepec?
The job market in Santa Cruz Acatepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 36 business establishments in the area.