Santiago Tamazola, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santiago Tamazola is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,001. Elevation: 5,853 ft (1,784 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°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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About Santiago Tamazola
Santiago Tamazola is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of km2.
It is part of the Silacayoapam District in the Mixteca Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,001 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,853 ft (1,784 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.6700°, -98.2205° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.5 inches (877 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago Tamazola
Santiago Tamazola is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,001. The city sits at an elevation of 5,853 feet (1,784 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.1°F |
| 34% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,853 ft (1,784 m) |
| Area | 136.2 sq mi (352.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.6700°N, 98.2205°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 | 133 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 142 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 107 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 146 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 132 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 131 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 143 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (156 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 156 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 182 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 184 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 193 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Santiago Tamazola has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.4") and December the driest (0.1").
Airports Near Santiago Tamazola
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | - | 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 Tamazola?
Santiago Tamazola has a population of 2,001 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 136.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago Tamazola?
Santiago Tamazola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches.
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