Santa María Tlahuitoltepec, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santa María Tlahuitoltepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 3,452. Elevation: 7,379 ft (2,249 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°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 Tlahuitoltepec
Santa María Tlahuitoltepec is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. It is part of the Sierra Mixe district within the Sierra Norte de Oaxaca Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,452 |
| Population Density | 82 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,379 ft (2,249 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.0977°, -96.0630° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.6 inches (1,411 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa María Tlahuitoltepec
Santa María Tlahuitoltepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 3,452. The city sits at an elevation of 7,379 feet (2,249 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,379 ft (2,249 m) |
| Area | 41.9 sq mi (108.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.0977°N, 96.0630°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 135 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 93 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 104 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (188 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 9.3 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 9.1 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in |
Santa María Tlahuitoltepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 58°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.3") and January the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Santa María Tlahuitoltepec
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNICEM Universidad Comunal del Cempoaltépetl | University | - | , |
Libraries in Santa María Tlahuitoltepec
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de la escuela primaria FLORES MAGON | 0.0 |
Cafes in Santa María Tlahuitoltepec
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa María Tlahuitoltepec
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santa María Tlahuitoltepec?
Santa María Tlahuitoltepec has a population of 3,452 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa María Tlahuitoltepec?
Santa María Tlahuitoltepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches.
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