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Santa María Huatulco, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa María Huatulco is a small city in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 7,409. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa María Huatulco
Santa María Huatulco is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Pochutla District in the east of the Costa Region.
The meaning of Huatulco, or Guatulco Coatulco is, "where they worship the tree", referring to an ancient legend.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 7,409 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.8329°, -96.3208° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.2 inches (1,834 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa María Huatulco
Santa María Huatulco is a small city in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 7,409. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet (230 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.
Income: Santa María Huatulco vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 237 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Santa María Huatulco
Santa María Huatulco has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 871 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 273.8 sq mi (709.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.8329°N, 96.3208°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 34 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 76 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 54 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 80 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 136 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 30 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 48 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in |
Santa María Huatulco has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 63°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.4") and January the driest (0.2").
Libraries in Santa María Huatulco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca infantil | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UMAR | 0.0 | |||||
| La Biblio de Mazunte | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa María Huatulco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 12 de Octubre | |||||
| Mercado 12 de Octubre | |||||
| Mercado 3 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado de artesanias de Santa Cruz Huatulco | |||||
| Mercado El Calvario | |||||
| Mercado local de Puerto Ángel | |||||
| Mercado Organico de Huatulco |
Restaurants in Santa María Huatulco
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa María Huatulco
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | Large Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa María Huatulco
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa María Huatulco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de Santa María Huatulco |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa María Huatulco?
Santa María Huatulco has a population of 7,409 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa María Huatulco?
Santa María Huatulco 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 María Huatulco?
The job market in Santa María Huatulco is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 237 business establishments in the area.