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Santa María Mixtequilla, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa María Mixtequilla is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 3,638. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,638 Population 10/sq mi density
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Santa María Mixtequilla

Santa María Mixtequilla is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of km2.
It is part of the Tehuantepec District in the west of the Istmo Region.

People

Population3,638
Density10/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Population3,638
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates16.3756°, -95.2602°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (789 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María Mixtequilla

Santa María Mixtequilla is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 3,638. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 116 business establishments.

Income: Santa María Mixtequilla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)116

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Santa María Mixtequilla

Santa María Mixtequilla has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1036 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 3.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 1.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.9
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 237.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 190.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 313.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 165.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 72.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 6.4
Santa María Mixtequilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 31.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area372.9 sq mi (965.8 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates16.3756°N, 95.2602°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.1"
18% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.36"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,707 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 97 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 135 km
Sep 30, 1993 90 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M6.5 122 km
Feb 12, 2008 9 km SSW of General Pascual Fentes, Mexico M6.5 102 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 124 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 34 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 136 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 91 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 34 km
Jan 5, 2020 3 km W of Reforma de Pineda, Mexico M5.9 82 km
Sep 10, 2017 92 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.8 134 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 85 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Sep 23, 2017 80 km SSW of La Gloria, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Mar 2, 2023 Oaxaca, Mexico M5.7 92 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 146 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 34 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 94 km
Sep 18, 2017 108 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.6 145 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 233 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 133 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 136 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 176 km
2005 Stan Category 1 250 km
1998 Lester Category 2 209 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 163 km
1997 Rick Category 1 95 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 97 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 58 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 78 km
2025 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 0.2 m 69 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
May 84°F (29°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 6.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 2.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in

Santa María Mixtequilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (0.1").

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Museums in Santa María Mixtequilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura
Casa de La cultura de Juchitan
Cheche Galeria
Museo Municipal

Libraries in Santa María Mixtequilla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca de la Estacion del Tren0.0
Biblioteca Pública Aries 670.0

Farmers Markets in Santa María Mixtequilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
"El Mercadito"
Coppel Aviación
Mercado "5 de Septiembre"
Mercado 5 de Septiembre
Mercado Benito Juárez
Mercado Municipal "Jesús Carranza"
Mercado público 27de Marzo
Plaza la sevillana

Breweries in Santa María Mixtequilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cerveceria Cuauhtemoc

Stadiums & Teams in Santa María Mixtequilla

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santa María Mixtequilla

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air BaseIZTMedium Airport
Estación Aeronaval de Salina CruzSCXSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Santa María Mixtequilla

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro y Unidad Básica De Rehabilitación y Educación Municipal.
Meraki

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 Mixtequilla

What is the population of Santa María Mixtequilla?

Santa María Mixtequilla has a population of 3,638 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 372.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María Mixtequilla?

Santa María Mixtequilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María Mixtequilla?

The job market in Santa María Mixtequilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 116 business establishments in the area.

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