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Santa Cruz Yagavila, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa Cruz Yagavila is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 595. Elevation: 3,740 ft (1,140 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 595 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,740 ft (1,140 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.4380°, -96.3234° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 89.7 inches (2,278 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz Yagavila
Santa Cruz Yagavila is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 595. The city sits at an elevation of 3,740 feet (1,140 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa Cruz Yagavila vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 19 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 189 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,740 ft (1,140 m) |
| Area | 368.3 sq mi (953.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.4380°N, 96.3234°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 138 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 146 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (173 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 13.8 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 16.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 14.7 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 15.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 8.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in |
Santa Cruz Yagavila has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 89.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.1") and March the driest (1.9").
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz Yagavila
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor Oaxaca - 101.7 FM - XHZB-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 101.7, 101.7 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LA MEXICANA 570 (Oaxaca) - 570 AM - XHEOA-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 570 am, 94.9 fm | MP3 | |
| LA KEBUENA 89.7 (Oaxaca) - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 98.5 (Oaxaca) - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca (ORO) - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mexicana Oaxaca 94.9 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA | 94.1, 94.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca | baladas en español, grupo as | MP3 | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, AC - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| tuxtepExa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 95.7 (Oaxaca) - 95.7 FM - XHCE-FM - Grupo Encuentro - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Oaxaca - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 98.5, 98.5 fm | MP3 32 kbps |
Museums in Santa Cruz Yagavila
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community museum |
Libraries in Santa Cruz Yagavila
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pública municipal Dionicio Lopez Chavez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz Yagavila
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado municipal |
Airports Near Santa Cruz Yagavila
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo Toro Bravo | — | Small Airport |
| Air Station No. 8 Loma Bonita | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Santa Cruz Yagavila?
Santa Cruz Yagavila has a population of 595 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 368.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz Yagavila?
Santa Cruz Yagavila enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 89.7 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Cruz Yagavila?
The job market in Santa Cruz Yagavila is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.