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Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,028. Elevation: 5,673 ft (1,729 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,028 Population 3/sq mi density
5,673 ft Elevation 1,729 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
44.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,028
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation5,673 ft (1,729 m)
Population1,028
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation5,673 ft (1,729 m)
Coordinates17.3031°, -98.0169°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation44.9 inches (1,141 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca

Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,028. The city sits at an elevation of 5,673 feet (1,729 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 44.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca 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 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,673 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,673 ft (1,729 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.3031°N, 98.0169°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.9"
18% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.70"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,618 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 93 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 85 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 102 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 147 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 147 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 135 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 110 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 96 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 104 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 132 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 78 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 82 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 131 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 106 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 117 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 109 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 129 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 129 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 144 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 108 km
2024 John Category 3 122 km
2023 Otis Category 5 201 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 232 km
2017 Max Category 1 115 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 283 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 90 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 249 km
2010 Karl Category 3 219 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 105 km
1997 Rick Category 2 176 km
1996 Boris Category 1 280 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 114 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 103 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 138 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 146 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 85 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 94 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 93 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 147 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 144 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 92 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.1 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 8.7 in Wettest
July 67°F (20°C) 8.4 in
August 67°F (20°C) 8.5 in
September 67°F (19°C) 8.6 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in Driest

Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 62°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo 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 Rosa Caxtlahuaca

What is the population of Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca?

Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca has a population of 1,028 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca?

Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca 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 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.9 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca?

The job market in Santa Rosa Caxtlahuaca is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 33 business establishments in the area.

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