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).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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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
Climate
| Population | 1,286 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 187 ft (57 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.8607°, -96.2117° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.3 inches (1,911 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 187 ft (57 m) |
| Area | 368.3 sq mi (953.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.8607°N, 96.2117°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Farmers Markets in Santa María Jacatepec
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Díaz Mori | |||||
| Mercado Ricardo Flores Magón |
Breweries in Santa María Jacatepec
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Tuxtepec |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa María Jacatepec
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa María Jacatepec
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Toro Bravo | - | Small Airport |
| Air Station No. 8 Loma Bonita | - | Small Airport |
| El Amate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Zopilote Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Felipe Terrones Acosta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Miguel Alemán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jalisquillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esmeralda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Las Macayas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista Macuiles | - | Small Airport |
| San Jose Independencia Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tres Encinos Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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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. Annual rainfall totals 75.3 inches.
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