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Santa María Chicometepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa María Chicometepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,480. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,480 Population 12/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
51.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,480
Density12/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population1,480
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates16.1741°, -97.9646°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation51.9 inches (1,318 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María Chicometepec

Santa María Chicometepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,480. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 47 business establishments.

Income: Santa María Chicometepec vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María Chicometepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above Mexico avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area119.9 sq mi (310.5 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates16.1741°N, 97.9646°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.9"
37% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.64"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,561 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 111 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 95 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 45 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 24 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 25 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 32 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 103 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 31 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 7 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 74 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 95 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 74 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 45 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 73 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 79 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 22 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 28 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 42 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 29 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 31 km
2024 John Category 3 74 km
2023 Otis Category 5 183 km
2022 Bonnie Category 2 287 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 136 km
2017 Max Category 1 116 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 234 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 37 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 147 km
2006 John Category 3 244 km
1998 Lester Category 2 193 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 44 km
1997 Rick Category 2 58 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 265 km
1996 Boris Category 1 241 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 274 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 124 km
1984 Odile Category 2 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 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 68 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 149 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 127 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 95 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 44 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 45 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 101 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 25 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 45 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
February 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Coldest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
May 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in
August 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 12.6 in Wettest
October 80°F (26°C) 5.7 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in

Santa María Chicometepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in February to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.6") and March the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Santa María Chicometepec

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo ROJAZ - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo Rojas - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Santa María Chicometepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Pedro Rodríguez

Airports Near Santa María Chicometepec

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec AirportSmall 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 Chicometepec

What is the population of Santa María Chicometepec?

Santa María Chicometepec has a population of 1,480 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 119.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María Chicometepec?

Santa María Chicometepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María Chicometepec?

The job market in Santa María Chicometepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 47 business establishments in the area.

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