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Santa María Petapa, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa María Petapa is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,322. Elevation: 804 ft (245 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa María Petapa
Santa María Petapa is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Juchitán District in the west of the Istmo de Tehuantepec region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 2,322 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 804 ft (245 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8204°, -95.1190° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.0 inches (1,067 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa María Petapa
Santa María Petapa is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,322. The city sits at an elevation of 804 feet (245 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa María Petapa vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 74 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.3°F |
| 43% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 804 ft (245 m) |
| Area | 163.4 sq mi (423.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8204°N, 95.1190°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 141 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 93 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 115 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (195 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in |
Santa María Petapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.9") and March the driest (0.5").
Farmers Markets in Santa María Petapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 12 de Octubre de 1967 | |||||
| Mercado José Murat |
Breweries in Santa María Petapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL CENTENARIO |
Airports Near Santa María Petapa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| C.P.A. Leonardo López Hernandez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Robalo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa María Petapa
What is the population of Santa María Petapa?
Santa María Petapa has a population of 2,322 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 163.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa María Petapa?
Santa María Petapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches.
How is the job market in Santa María Petapa?
The job market in Santa María Petapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 74 business establishments in the area.