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Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 932. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

932 Population 21/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population932
Density21/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population932
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates16.0314°, -95.4240°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 932. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 30 business establishments.

Income: Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

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Commute & Transportation

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Climate in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero 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 1036 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 3.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 1.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.9
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 237.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 190.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 313.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 165.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 72.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 6.4
Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area43.8 sq mi (113.5 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates16.0314°N, 95.4240°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.91"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,423 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 65 km
Feb 12, 2008 9 km SSW of General Pascual Fentes, Mexico M6.5 125 km
Sep 30, 1993 90 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M6.5 104 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 95 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 76 km
Jan 5, 2020 3 km W of Reforma de Pineda, Mexico M5.9 108 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 68 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 131 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 127 km
Sep 10, 2017 92 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Sep 23, 2017 80 km SSW of La Gloria, Mexico M5.8 122 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 150 km
Mar 2, 2023 Oaxaca, Mexico M5.7 111 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 31 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 142 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 118 km
Jan 21, 2019 72 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.6 89 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 146 km
Sep 18, 2017 108 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.6 126 km
Apr 11, 2018 57 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.5 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 194 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 105 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 136 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 145 km
2005 Stan Category 1 291 km
1998 Lester Category 2 170 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 124 km
1997 Rick Category 1 63 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 291 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 65 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 50 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 59 km
2025 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 0.2 m 48 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 83 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 83°F (29°C) 0.3 in
May 85°F (29°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 7.9 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.1 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.0 in

Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 79°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cheche Galeria

Libraries in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Aries 670.0

Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Coppel Aviación
Plaza la sevillana

Restaurants in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Frontera - ask in advance
Nomada

Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

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Airports Near Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air BaseIZTMedium Airport
Estación Aeronaval de Salina CruzSCXSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro y Unidad Básica De Rehabilitación y Educación Municipal.
Meraki

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 Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero

What is the population of Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero?

Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero has a population of 932 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 43.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero?

Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero?

The job market in Santa Cruz Bamba y Garrapatero is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 30 business establishments in the area.

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