Sign In Register

Santiago Nuxaño, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santiago Nuxaño is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 522. Elevation: 5,387 ft (1,642 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

522 Population 1/sq mi density
5,387 ft Elevation 1,642 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
36.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

Discover Santiago Nuxaño, Mexico

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population522
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation5,387 ft (1,642 m)
Population522
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,387 ft (1,642 m)
Coordinates17.4045°, -98.0123°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation36.1 inches (916 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago Nuxaño

Santiago Nuxaño is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 522. The city sits at an elevation of 5,387 feet (1,642 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Santiago Nuxaño vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago Nuxaño enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 36.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,387 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,387 ft (1,642 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.4045°N, 98.0123°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.1"
5% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 6.93"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,325 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 93 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 104 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 113 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 137 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 125 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 121 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 104 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 115 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 143 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 89 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 92 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 141 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 117 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 128 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 148 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 120 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 114 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 140 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 140 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 112 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 4 116 km
2024 John Category 3 130 km
2023 Otis Category 5 206 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 240 km
2017 Max Category 1 123 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 289 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 101 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 258 km
2010 Karl Category 3 210 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 116 km
1997 Rick Category 2 187 km
1996 Boris Category 1 287 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 119 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 113 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 143 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 93 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 105 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 104 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 148 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (191 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 191 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 65°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 6.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 6.9 in
August 68°F (20°C) 6.9 in Wettest
September 68°F (20°C) 6.6 in
October 67°F (19°C) 2.5 in
November 65°F (19°C) 0.7 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Santiago Nuxaño has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and December the driest (0.2").

View full weather details →

Museums in Santiago Nuxaño

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Geológico Comunitario de Rosario Nuevo “Ing. Jorge Jiménez Rentería”

Airports Near Santiago Nuxaño

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Santiago Nuxaño.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Santiago Nuxaño

What is the population of Santiago Nuxaño?

Santiago Nuxaño has a population of 522 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago Nuxaño?

Santiago Nuxaño enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago Nuxaño?

Santiago Nuxaño has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

Nearby Cities

Compare Santiago Nuxaño with another city: