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Santiago Xanica, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Santiago Xanica is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 851. Elevation: 4,081 ft (1,244 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 851 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,081 ft (1,244 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.0100°, -96.2243° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.5 inches (1,282 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago Xanica
Santiago Xanica is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 851. The city sits at an elevation of 4,081 feet (1,244 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santiago Xanica vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 27 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,081 ft (1,244 m) |
| Area | 273.8 sq mi (709.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.0100°N, 96.2243°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 27 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 56 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 34 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 87 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 127 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 40 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 24 | 68 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 10.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 65°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Santiago Xanica has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 65°F in December to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (0.2").
Museums in Santiago Xanica
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parque Eco-arqueológico Copalita |
Farmers Markets in Santiago Xanica
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 3 de Mayo |
Airports Near Santiago Xanica
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahías de Huatulco International Airport | HUX | Large Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Santiago Xanica?
Santiago Xanica has a population of 851 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago Xanica?
Santiago Xanica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches.
How is the job market in Santiago Xanica?
The job market in Santiago Xanica is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.