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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).

Data updated June 2026

2,001 Population 15/sq mi density
5,853 ft Elevation 1,784 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
34.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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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

Population2,001
Density15/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.1%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation5,853 ft (1,784 m)
Population2,001
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation5,853 ft (1,784 m)
Coordinates17.6700°, -98.2205°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation34.5 inches (877 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 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.

The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 64 business establishments.

Income: Santiago Tamazola vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago Tamazola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 273 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 34.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,853 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,853 ft (1,784 m)
Area136.2 sq mi (352.7 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates17.6700°N, 98.2205°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.5"
9% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.40"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

718 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 M7.4 107 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 131 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 145 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 102 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 115 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 149 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 115 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 149 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 110 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 142 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 113 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 111 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 118 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 146 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 117 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 148 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 131 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 128 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 132 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 121 km
2024 John Category 3 139 km
2023 Otis Category 5 200 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 276 km
2017 Max Category 1 130 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 289 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 135 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 272 km
2010 Karl Category 3 203 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 136 km
1997 Rick Category 2 219 km
1996 Boris Category 1 288 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 119 km
1984 Odile Category 2 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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Airports Near Santiago Tamazola

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Tamazola

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. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago Tamazola?

Santiago Tamazola has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 64 business establishments in the area.

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