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Santa María Chilapa de Díaz, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa María Chilapa de Díaz is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,687. Elevation: 7,927 ft (2,416 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa María Chilapa de Díaz
Santa María Chilapa de Díaz is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Teposcolula District in the center of the Mixteca Region.
The name Chilapa means "Water from chiles".
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,687 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,927 ft (2,416 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.5167°, -97.6833° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa María Chilapa de Díaz
Santa María Chilapa de Díaz is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,687. The city sits at an elevation of 7,927 feet (2,416 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa María Chilapa de Díaz vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 54 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,927 ft (2,416 m) |
| Area | 61.0 sq mi (157.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.5167°N, 97.6833°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 143 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 127 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 129 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 128 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 111 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (174 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 174 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 187 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 195 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Santa María Chilapa de Díaz has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 56°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.9") and December the driest (0.2").
Museums in Santa María Chilapa de Díaz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Geológico Comunitario de Rosario Nuevo “Ing. Jorge Jiménez Rentería” |
Airports Near Santa María Chilapa de Díaz
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa María Chilapa de Díaz?
Santa María Chilapa de Díaz has a population of 1,687 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 61.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa María Chilapa de Díaz?
Santa María Chilapa de Díaz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.
How is the job market in Santa María Chilapa de Díaz?
Santa María Chilapa de Díaz has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 54 business establishments in the area.