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Santa María Velato, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa María Velato is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,175. Elevation: 5,692 ft (1,735 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,175 Population 24/sq mi density
5,692 ft Elevation 1,735 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,175
Density24/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation5,692 ft (1,735 m)
Population1,175
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation5,692 ft (1,735 m)
Coordinates16.5042°, -96.6451°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.0 inches (457 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María Velato

Santa María Velato is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,175. The city sits at an elevation of 5,692 feet (1,735 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Santa María Velato vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María Velato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 18.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,692 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,692 ft (1,735 m)
Area48.3 sq mi (125.0 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates16.5042°N, 96.6451°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.0"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.51"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,445 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 58 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 97 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 143 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 78 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 122 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 144 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 101 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 118 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 129 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 136 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 79 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 72 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 127 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 46 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 124 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 102 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 143 km
Feb 26, 1996 21 km SSW of San José del Progreso, Mexico M5.5 139 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 144 km
2024 John Category 3 219 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 72 km
2017 Max Category 1 241 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 276 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 83 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 268 km
2010 Karl Category 2 267 km
2005 Stan Category 1 298 km
1998 Lester Category 2 223 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 94 km
1997 Rick Category 2 67 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 93 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 82 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 67 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 117 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 110 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 5.5 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in
August 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in

Santa María Velato has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 64°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Santa María Velato

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sta. Ana
Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez

Airports Near Santa María Velato

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec 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 Velato

What is the population of Santa María Velato?

Santa María Velato has a population of 1,175 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 48.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María Velato?

Santa María Velato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María Velato?

Santa María Velato has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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