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Santa María Zoquitlán, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa María Zoquitlán is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,686. Elevation: 3,402 ft (1,037 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,686 Population 67/sq mi density
3,402 ft Elevation 1,037 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Santa María Zoquitlán

Santa María Zoquitlán is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-east Mexico. The municipality covers an area of km2.
It is part of the Tlacolula District in the east of the Valles Centrales Region.

People

Population1,686
Density67/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation3,402 ft (1,037 m)
Population1,686
Population Density67 / sq mi
Elevation3,402 ft (1,037 m)
Coordinates16.5586°, -96.3536°
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 Zoquitlán

Santa María Zoquitlán is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,686. The city sits at an elevation of 3,402 feet (1,037 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 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 54 business establishments.

Income: Santa María Zoquitlán vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María Zoquitlán 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 3,402 feet.

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

Elevation3,402 ft (1,037 m)
Area25.1 sq mi (65.1 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates16.5586°N, 96.3536°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.0"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,577 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 83 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 83 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 75 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 145 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 136 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 129 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 140 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 62 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 150 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 92 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 143 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 74 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 66 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 140 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 57 km
Oct 11, 2002 29 km SSE of El Coyul, Mexico M5.5 121 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 61 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 129 km
Jul 24, 2020 26 km SSE of Crucecita, Mexico M5.5 117 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 80 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 4 170 km
2024 John Category 3 251 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 73 km
2017 Max Category 1 272 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 249 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 103 km
2011 Hilary Category 1 296 km
2010 Karl Category 2 265 km
2005 Stan Category 1 274 km
1998 Lester Category 2 229 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 112 km
1997 Rick Category 1 78 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 284 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 83 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 66 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 61 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 94 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 148 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 103 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 129 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 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
August 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.4 in
October 71°F (22°C) 1.6 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in

Santa María Zoquitlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Santa María Zoquitlán

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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
La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA 94.1, 94.1 fm MP3 64 kbps

Libraries in Santa María Zoquitlán

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in Santa María Zoquitlán

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

Airports Near Santa María Zoquitlán

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa María Zoquitlán

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
La Cruz
Santa Maria, Natividad

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 Zoquitlán

What is the population of Santa María Zoquitlán?

Santa María Zoquitlán has a population of 1,686 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María Zoquitlán?

Santa María Zoquitlán 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 Zoquitlán?

Santa María Zoquitlán has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

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