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Santiago Miltepec, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santiago Miltepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 335. Elevation: 6,083 ft (1,854 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

335 Population 1/sq mi density
6,083 ft Elevation 1,854 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
23.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population335
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation6,083 ft (1,854 m)
Population335
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,083 ft (1,854 m)
Coordinates17.9846°, -97.6905°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation23.5 inches (597 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago Miltepec

Santiago Miltepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 335. The city sits at an elevation of 6,083 feet (1,854 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 11 business establishments.

Income: Santiago Miltepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago Miltepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 23.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,083 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,083 ft (1,854 m)
Area303.2 sq mi (785.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.9846°N, 97.6905°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.5"
38% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

241 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 105 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 52 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 138 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 54 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 82 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 77 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 87 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 52 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 87 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 146 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 59 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 123 km
May 4, 2007 2 km W of Reyes Etla, Mexico M5.0 125 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 42 km
Sep 16, 1995 1 km SW of Xochistlahuaca, Mexico M4.9 146 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 141 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 93 km
Oct 8, 2017 4 km WNW of Santiago Huaxolotipac, Mexico M4.7 126 km
Apr 5, 1997 11 km NNE of San Vicente Piñas, Mexico M4.7 127 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 39 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 184 km
2024 John Category 3 201 km
2023 Otis Category 5 266 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 269 km
2021 Grace Category 3 280 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 252 km
2017 Katia Category 1 297 km
2017 Max Category 1 192 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 167 km
2010 Karl Category 3 139 km
2007 Dean Category 2 283 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 287 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 188 km
1997 Rick Category 2 238 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (124 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 124 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 137 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 145 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 152 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 157 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 166 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 177 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 182 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 190 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
May 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 71°F (21°C) 5.4 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.6 in
August 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
September 69°F (20°C) 4.5 in
October 67°F (20°C) 1.8 in
November 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in

Santiago Miltepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 64°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Santiago Miltepec

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Santiago Miltepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mureh

Libraries in Santiago Miltepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Santa María0.0
Biblioteca UTM0.0

Farmers Markets in Santiago Miltepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Benito Juárez
Mercado Cuautémoc
Mercado Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Zaragoza

Breweries in Santiago Miltepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Heineken México

Airports Near Santiago Miltepec

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall 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 Miltepec

What is the population of Santiago Miltepec?

Santiago Miltepec has a population of 335 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 303.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago Miltepec?

Santiago Miltepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago Miltepec?

The job market in Santiago Miltepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 11 business establishments in the area.

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