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Santa Rosa de Lima, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santa Rosa de Lima is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,200. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,200 Population 3/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
47.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Santa Rosa de Lima

Santa Rosa de Lima

The Santa Rosa de Lima Cartel or CSRL is a Mexican criminal organization from the state of Guanajuato. Founded in 2014, it was initially headed by "The Sledgehammer". They mainly earn their income from oil theft. In June 2020, it was reported that state government raids and turf wars with the Jalisco New Generation Cartel resulted in the Santa Rosa de Lima losing much of their territories in Guanajuato, Querétaro and Hidalgo, as well as most of their "soldiers." However, cartel members still maintain a presence in certain towns and municipalities of Guanajuato, such as Celaya, Irapuato, Salamanca, Salvatierra, Santa Rosa de Lima, Juventino Rosas, Apaseo el Alto, Apaseo el Grande, San Miguel Octopan, and Cortazar. The cartel's leader, Ortiz was captured by state and federal authorities on 2 August 2020 along with 5 other people.

People

Population2,200
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.2%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population2,200
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates16.0711°, -97.6233°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation47.1 inches (1,196 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Rosa de Lima

Santa Rosa de Lima is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,200. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: Santa Rosa de Lima vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Rosa de Lima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above Mexico avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area642.7 sq mi (1,664.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates16.0711°N, 97.6233°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.1"
24% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.93"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,491 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 74 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 130 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 80 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 52 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 49 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 70 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 139 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 136 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 143 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 40 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 33 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 108 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 82 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 108 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 131 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 111 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 38 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 42 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 27 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 35 km
2024 John Category 3 106 km
2023 Otis Category 5 215 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 107 km
2022 Bonnie Category 2 282 km
2017 Max Category 1 153 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 262 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 35 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 159 km
2006 John Category 3 242 km
1998 Lester Category 2 175 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 8 km
1997 Rick Category 2 33 km
1996 Boris Category 1 276 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 264 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 162 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 11 105 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 130 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 78 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 80 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 63 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 49 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 51 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Coldest
March 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
May 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
August 81°F (27°C) 10.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 11.9 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 4.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest

Santa Rosa de Lima has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in February to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.9") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Santa Rosa de Lima

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo ROJAZ - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo Rojas - Tututepec, Oaxaca 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Santa Rosa de Lima

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall 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 Rosa de Lima

What is the population of Santa Rosa de Lima?

Santa Rosa de Lima has a population of 2,200 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 642.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Rosa de Lima?

Santa Rosa de Lima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Rosa de Lima?

The job market in Santa Rosa de Lima is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 70 business establishments in the area.

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