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Santa María Jacatepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa María Jacatepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,286. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,286 Population 4/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
75.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Santa María Jacatepec

Santa María Jacatepec is a town and municipality located in the state of Oaxaca 11 km north of the Valle Nacional. "Jacatepec" comes from Nahuatl meaning 'on jackal hill.'
It is part of the Tuxtepec District of the Papaloapan Region, and is only 30 meters above sea level.

People

Population1,286
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.2%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain75.3 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Population1,286
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates17.8607°, -96.2117°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation75.3 inches (1,911 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María Jacatepec

Santa María Jacatepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,286. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: Santa María Jacatepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María Jacatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 75.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area368.3 sq mi (953.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates17.8607°N, 96.2117°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.3"
98% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 24.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

561 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 142 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 62 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 129 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 128 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 49 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 146 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 83 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 105 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 124 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 93 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 137 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 102 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 141 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 76 km
Apr 1, 1996 16 km ENE of Nejapa de Madero, Mexico M5.2 139 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 60 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 99 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 128 km
Feb 9, 1994 10 km W of Santiago Lachiguiri, Mexico M5.0 145 km
Feb 14, 2007 3 km N of San Pedro Quiatoni, Mexico M4.9 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 282 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 219 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 241 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 227 km
2010 Karl Category 3 131 km
2007 Dean Category 2 296 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 294 km
2005 Stan Category 1 161 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 251 km
1997 Rick Category 1 219 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (133 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 133 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 171 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 182 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in
February 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 19.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 24.6 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 21.9 in
September 79°F (26°C) 21.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 12.1 in
November 74°F (23°C) 6.4 in
December 71°F (22°C) 4.5 in

Santa María Jacatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 71°F in February to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 126.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (24.6") and March the driest (2.4").

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Farmers Markets in Santa María Jacatepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado Díaz Mori
Mercado Ricardo Flores Magón

Breweries in Santa María Jacatepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervecería Tuxtepec

Stadiums & Teams in Santa María Jacatepec

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santa María Jacatepec

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
Tres Encinos 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 Jacatepec

What is the population of Santa María Jacatepec?

Santa María Jacatepec has a population of 1,286 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 368.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María Jacatepec?

Santa María Jacatepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.3 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María Jacatepec?

Santa María Jacatepec has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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