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Santiago Nejapilla, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santiago Nejapilla is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 192. Elevation: 7,398 ft (2,255 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

192 Population 1/sq mi density
7,398 ft Elevation 2,255 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population192
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation7,398 ft (2,255 m)
Population192
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation7,398 ft (2,255 m)
Coordinates17.4198°, -97.3741°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago Nejapilla

Santiago Nejapilla is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 192. The city sits at an elevation of 7,398 feet (2,255 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 6 business establishments.

Income: Santiago Nejapilla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)6

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago Nejapilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,398 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,398 ft (2,255 m)
Area316.7 sq mi (820.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.4198°N, 97.3741°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.22"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

692 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 138 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 148 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 132 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 108 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 122 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 135 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 139 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 130 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 123 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 123 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 150 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 73 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 150 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 129 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 108 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 138 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 11 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 135 km
Jan 21, 1997 3 km E of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 157 km
2024 John Category 3 186 km
2023 Otis Category 5 270 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 198 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 298 km
2017 Max Category 1 181 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 117 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 299 km
2010 Karl Category 3 175 km
2005 Stan Category 1 293 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 150 km
1997 Rick Category 2 170 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 182 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 148 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 138 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 138 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 107 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (179 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 179 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in
March 58°F (15°C) 0.4 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in Warmest
June 60°F (16°C) 6.2 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 5.2 in
August 59°F (15°C) 4.7 in
September 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Santiago Nejapilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 54°F in December to 61°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Santiago Nejapilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo comunitario "Rastros y Rostros"
Museo de historia

Farmers Markets in Santiago Nejapilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Comunitario Distrito
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal Eliseo Jimenez Ruiz

Stadiums & Teams in Santiago Nejapilla

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Santiago Nejapilla

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo 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 Nejapilla

What is the population of Santiago Nejapilla?

Santiago Nejapilla has a population of 192 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 316.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago Nejapilla?

Santiago Nejapilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago Nejapilla?

Santiago Nejapilla has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 6 business establishments in the area.

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