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Santa María Sola, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa María Sola is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 548. Elevation: 4,757 ft (1,450 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

548 Population 2/sq mi density
4,757 ft Elevation 1,450 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
40.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population548
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation4,757 ft (1,450 m)
Population548
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,757 ft (1,450 m)
Coordinates16.5665°, -97.0131°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation40.9 inches (1,039 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María Sola

Santa María Sola is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 548. The city sits at an elevation of 4,757 feet (1,450 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Santa María Sola vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María Sola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 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 40.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,757 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,757 ft (1,450 m)
Area262.6 sq mi (680.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates16.5665°N, 97.0131°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.9"
8% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.02"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,806 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 57 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 130 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 131 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 105 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 130 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 131 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 108 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 84 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 110 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 148 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 140 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 86 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 92 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 83 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 102 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 142 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 100 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 90 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 77 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 120 km
2024 John Category 3 185 km
2023 Otis Category 5 291 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 99 km
2017 Max Category 1 202 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 60 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 243 km
2010 Karl Category 2 261 km
1998 Lester Category 2 230 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 89 km
1997 Rick Category 2 77 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 215 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 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 10 131 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 133 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 129 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 121 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 130 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 60 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 130 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 78 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 9.0 in Wettest
July 67°F (19°C) 6.7 in
August 67°F (19°C) 7.4 in
September 67°F (19°C) 7.2 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in

Santa María Sola has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 62°F in January to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.0") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Santa María Sola

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor Oaxaca - 101.7 FM - XHZB-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA 101.7, 101.7 fm MP3 64 kbps
La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM banda, banda norteña MP3
Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA 89.1, 89.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca 89.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA 94.1, 94.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca baladas en español, grupo as MP3

Airports Near Santa María Sola

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec 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 Sola

What is the population of Santa María Sola?

Santa María Sola has a population of 548 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 262.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María Sola?

Santa María Sola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María Sola?

The job market in Santa María Sola is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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