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Santiago Lachiguiri, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santiago Lachiguiri is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,652. Elevation: 2,812 ft (857 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santiago Lachiguiri
Santiago Lachiguiri is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Tehuantepec District in the west of the Istmo Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,652 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,812 ft (857 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.6864°, -95.5322° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.4 inches (951 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago Lachiguiri
Santiago Lachiguiri is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,652. The city sits at an elevation of 2,812 feet (857 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santiago Lachiguiri vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 53 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.1°F |
| 37% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,812 ft (857 m) |
| Area | 386.4 sq mi (1,000.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.6864°N, 95.5322°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 103 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 52 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 73 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 112 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in |
Santiago Lachiguiri has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and March the driest (0.5").
Museums in Santiago Lachiguiri
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Municipal |
Farmers Markets in Santiago Lachiguiri
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado público 27de Marzo |
Airports Near Santiago Lachiguiri
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santiago Lachiguiri?
Santiago Lachiguiri has a population of 1,652 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 386.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago Lachiguiri?
Santiago Lachiguiri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.
How is the job market in Santiago Lachiguiri?
The job market in Santiago Lachiguiri is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 53 business establishments in the area.