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Santa María Albarradas, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa María Albarradas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 602. Elevation: 5,322 ft (1,622 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

602 Population 14/sq mi density
5,322 ft Elevation 1,622 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
35.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population602
Density14/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation5,322 ft (1,622 m)
Population602
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation5,322 ft (1,622 m)
Coordinates16.9648°, -96.1899°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation35.3 inches (897 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María Albarradas

Santa María Albarradas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 602. The city sits at an elevation of 5,322 feet (1,622 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: Santa María Albarradas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María Albarradas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,322 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,322 ft (1,622 m)
Area41.9 sq mi (108.4 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates16.9648°N, 96.1899°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"
7% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.97"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,391 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 128 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 122 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 121 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 98 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 124 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 107 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 140 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 146 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 18 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 120 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 139 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 138 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 113 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 37 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 148 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 105 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 101 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 124 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 92 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 215 km
2024 John Category 3 283 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 121 km
2017 Max Category 1 290 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 255 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 150 km
2010 Karl Category 3 225 km
2005 Stan Category 1 227 km
1998 Lester Category 2 274 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 160 km
1997 Rick Category 1 120 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 10 122 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 85 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 92 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 138 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 144 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 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in
May 71°F (22°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 69°F (20°C) 7.0 in Wettest
July 67°F (20°C) 5.8 in
August 67°F (20°C) 6.4 in
September 67°F (20°C) 6.7 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in

Santa María Albarradas has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Santa María Albarradas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Frisell de Arte Zapoteca Mitla

Libraries in Santa María Albarradas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca de la escuela primaria FLORES MAGON0.0

Farmers Markets in Santa María Albarradas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Santa María Albarradas

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge 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 María Albarradas

What is the population of Santa María Albarradas?

Santa María Albarradas has a population of 602 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María Albarradas?

Santa María Albarradas 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 67°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María Albarradas?

The job market in Santa María Albarradas 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.

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