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).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 940 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,755 ft (2,059 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.3702°, -96.2160° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.4 inches (620 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.9°F |
| 28% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,755 ft (2,059 m) |
| Area | 351.7 sq mi (911.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.3702°N, 96.2160°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Airports Near Santiago Lachivía
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | Large Airport |
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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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. Annual rainfall totals 24.4 inches.
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