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Santiago Jocotepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santiago Jocotepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,767. Elevation: 2,156 ft (657 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,767 Population 3/sq mi density
2,156 ft Elevation 657 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Santiago Jocotepec

Santiago Jocotepec is a municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Choapam District of the Papaloapan Region.

People

Population1,767
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.2%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation2,156 ft (657 m)
Population1,767
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation2,156 ft (657 m)
Coordinates16.1284°, -97.4376°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,167 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago Jocotepec

Santiago Jocotepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,767. The city sits at an elevation of 2,156 feet (657 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Santiago Jocotepec vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago Jocotepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,156 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,156 ft (657 m)
Area642.7 sq mi (1,664.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates16.1284°N, 97.4376°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.59"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,398 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 28, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 55 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 143 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 94 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 65 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 70 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 86 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 139 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 125 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 47 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 53 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 120 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 121 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 129 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 98 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 36 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 49 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 34 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 46 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 97 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 53 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 56 km
2024 John Category 3 127 km
2023 Otis Category 5 236 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 99 km
2022 Bonnie Category 2 292 km
2017 Max Category 1 168 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 283 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 15 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 177 km
2006 John Category 3 253 km
1998 Lester Category 2 181 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 23 km
1997 Rick Category 2 36 km
1996 Boris Category 1 296 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 273 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 180 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 11 121 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 143 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 92 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 94 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 44 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 70 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 54 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
February 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in Coldest
March 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
May 80°F (26°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
August 78°F (26°C) 10.1 in
September 78°F (25°C) 10.6 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 4.4 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest

Santiago Jocotepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in February to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Santiago Jocotepec

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

Farmers Markets in Santiago Jocotepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado

Airports Near Santiago Jocotepec

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 Santiago Jocotepec

What is the population of Santiago Jocotepec?

Santiago Jocotepec has a population of 1,767 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 Santiago Jocotepec?

Santiago Jocotepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago Jocotepec?

The job market in Santiago Jocotepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

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