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Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa Cruz Ozolotepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,090. Elevation: 4,806 ft (1,465 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,090 Population 4/sq mi density
4,806 ft Elevation 1,465 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
72.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,090
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain72.2 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation4,806 ft (1,465 m)
Population1,090
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation4,806 ft (1,465 m)
Coordinates16.0704°, -96.3025°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz Ozolotepec

Santa Cruz Ozolotepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,090. The city sits at an elevation of 4,806 feet (1,465 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments.

Income: Santa Cruz Ozolotepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Cruz Ozolotepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 72.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,806 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,806 ft (1,465 m)
Area273.8 sq mi (709.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates16.0704°N, 96.3025°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.2"
90% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 10.12"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,620 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 28, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 67 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 38 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 21 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 145 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 110 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 116 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 63 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 116 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 48 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 124 km
Jul 24, 2020 26 km SSE of Crucecita, Mexico M5.5 65 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 5 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 38 km
Mar 5, 2025 60 km SSE of Santa Gertrudis Miramar, Mexico M5.5 139 km
Apr 11, 2018 57 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.5 145 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 125 km
Oct 11, 2002 29 km SSE of El Coyul, Mexico M5.5 78 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 68 km
Jun 24, 2020 4 km ESE of San Miguel Figueroa, Mexico M5.4 34 km
Apr 4, 1999 Oaxaca, Mexico M5.4 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 129 km
2024 John Category 3 244 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 22 km
2022 Bonnie Category 1 299 km
2017 Max Category 1 286 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 229 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 67 km
2011 Hilary Category 1 273 km
2006 John Category 2 296 km
1998 Lester Category 2 175 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 76 km
1997 Rick Category 1 37 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 282 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 38 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 59 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 38 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 79 km
2025 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 0.2 m 137 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 50 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 75 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in
March 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.8 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 10.1 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 7.7 in
August 68°F (20°C) 8.9 in
September 67°F (19°C) 10.1 in
October 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in

Santa Cruz Ozolotepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 63°F in January to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Santa Cruz Ozolotepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Airports Near Santa Cruz Ozolotepec

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge 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 Ozolotepec

What is the population of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec?

Santa Cruz Ozolotepec has a population of 1,090 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz Ozolotepec?

Santa Cruz Ozolotepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz Ozolotepec?

The job market in Santa Cruz Ozolotepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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