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Santa Cruz de Bravo, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa Cruz de Bravo is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 364. Elevation: 5,394 ft (1,644 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

364 Population 1/sq mi density
5,394 ft Elevation 1,644 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
36.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population364
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation5,394 ft (1,644 m)
Population364
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,394 ft (1,644 m)
Coordinates17.5810°, -98.2239°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation36.4 inches (925 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz de Bravo

Santa Cruz de Bravo is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 364. The city sits at an elevation of 5,394 feet (1,644 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 12 business establishments.

Income: Santa Cruz de Bravo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)12

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Cruz de Bravo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,394 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,394 ft (1,644 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.5810°N, 98.2239°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.28"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,001 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 98 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 121 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 136 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 111 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 122 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 139 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 106 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 140 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 100 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 132 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 103 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 118 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 144 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 122 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 122 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 143 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 136 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 98 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 118 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 113 km
2024 John Category 3 131 km
2023 Otis Category 5 194 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 270 km
2017 Max Category 1 122 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 282 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 125 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 263 km
2010 Karl Category 3 210 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 128 km
1997 Rick Category 2 209 km
1996 Boris Category 1 281 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 112 km
1984 Odile Category 2 294 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 11 124 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 135 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 98 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 142 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 122 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 121 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 137 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (166 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 166 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 183 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 190 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 192 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
May 76°F (24°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 7.3 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 7.2 in
August 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in
September 71°F (22°C) 6.8 in
October 71°F (21°C) 2.7 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest

Santa Cruz de Bravo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.3") and December the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Santa Cruz de Bravo

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport

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 de Bravo

What is the population of Santa Cruz de Bravo?

Santa Cruz de Bravo has a population of 364 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz de Bravo?

Santa Cruz de Bravo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz de Bravo?

Santa Cruz de Bravo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 12 business establishments in the area.

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