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Santiago Quiavicuzas, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santiago Quiavicuzas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,459. Elevation: 4,265 ft (1,300 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,459 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,265 ft (1,300 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8630°, -95.7176° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.5 inches (1,307 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago Quiavicuzas
Santiago Quiavicuzas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,459. The city sits at an elevation of 4,265 feet (1,300 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santiago Quiavicuzas vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 47 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,265 ft (1,300 m) |
| Area | 41.9 sq mi (108.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8630°N, 95.7176°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 113 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 63 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 81 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 139 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (198 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 8.9 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in |
Santiago Quiavicuzas has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.8").
Airports Near Santiago Quiavicuzas
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santiago Quiavicuzas?
Santiago Quiavicuzas has a population of 1,459 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 41.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago Quiavicuzas?
Santiago Quiavicuzas 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 70°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches.
How is the job market in Santiago Quiavicuzas?
The job market in Santiago Quiavicuzas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 47 business establishments in the area.