Santiago Sochiltepec, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santiago Sochiltepec is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 918. Elevation: 5,653 ft (1,723 m). Average temperature: 70°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 | 918 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,653 ft (1,723 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.6662°, -97.2562° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.4 inches (1,457 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago Sochiltepec
Santiago Sochiltepec is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 918. The city sits at an elevation of 5,653 feet (1,723 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,653 ft (1,723 m) |
| Area | 139.4 sq mi (361.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.6662°N, 97.2562°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 134 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 143 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 105 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 149 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 106 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 75 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 116 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 54 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 10.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 11.1 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in |
Santiago Sochiltepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 66°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (0.3").
Airports Near Santiago Sochiltepec
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | - | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jose del Progreso Airport. | - | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tututepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Santiago Sochiltepec?
Santiago Sochiltepec has a population of 918 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 139.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago Sochiltepec?
Santiago Sochiltepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 57.4 inches.
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