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Santiago Lachivía, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santiago Lachivía is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 940. Elevation: 6,755 ft (2,059 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

940 Population 3/sq mi density
6,755 ft Elevation 2,059 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
24.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population940
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation6,755 ft (2,059 m)
Population940
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,755 ft (2,059 m)
Coordinates16.3702°, -96.2160°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation24.4 inches (620 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago Lachivía

Santiago Lachivía is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 940. The city sits at an elevation of 6,755 feet (2,059 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 30 business establishments.

Income: Santiago Lachivía vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago Lachivía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,755 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.9°F
28% above Mexico avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,755 ft (2,059 m)
Area351.7 sq mi (911.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates16.3702°N, 96.2160°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.4"
36% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.24"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,694 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 84 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 58 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 55 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 125 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 140 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 136 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 130 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 148 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 83 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 87 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 82 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 64 km
Sep 16, 2017 11 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.6 119 km
Mar 5, 2025 60 km SSE of Santa Gertrudis Miramar, Mexico M5.5 147 km
Apr 11, 2018 57 km SSE of Salina Cruz, Mexico M5.5 150 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 82 km
Jul 24, 2020 26 km SSE of Crucecita, Mexico M5.5 92 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 35 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 36 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 161 km
2024 John Category 3 260 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 56 km
2017 Max Category 1 288 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 228 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 97 km
2011 Hilary Category 1 297 km
2010 Karl Category 1 288 km
2005 Stan Category 1 285 km
1998 Lester Category 2 208 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 104 km
1997 Rick Category 1 57 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 58 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 45 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 36 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 96 km
2025 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 0.2 m 140 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 79 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 108 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
May 72°F (22°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
August 69°F (21°C) 4.4 in
September 69°F (20°C) 4.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Santiago Lachivía has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 66°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Santiago Lachivía

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge 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 Lachivía

What is the population of Santiago Lachivía?

Santiago Lachivía has a population of 940 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 351.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago Lachivía?

Santiago Lachivía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.4 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago Lachivía?

The job market in Santiago Lachivía is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 30 business establishments in the area.

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