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Santiago Yosondúa, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santiago Yosondúa is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,254. Elevation: 7,205 ft (2,196 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,254 Population 9/sq mi density
7,205 ft Elevation 2,196 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
42.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Santiago Yosondúa

Santiago Yosondúa is a municipality and town located in the State of Oaxaca in southwestern Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 215.61 km2. It is part of the Tlaxiaco District in the south of the Mixteca Region. The town of Santiago Yosondúa lies ~95 km to the southeast of Oaxaca de Juárez and 70 km south of Tlaxiaco. The municipality is recognized as the top municipality with 3 municipal agencies.

People

Population1,254
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation7,205 ft (2,196 m)
Population1,254
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation7,205 ft (2,196 m)
Coordinates16.8760°, -97.5761°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation42.4 inches (1,076 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago Yosondúa

Santiago Yosondúa is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,254. The city sits at an elevation of 7,205 feet (2,196 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 40 business establishments.

Income: Santiago Yosondúa vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)40

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago Yosondúa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 7,205 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above Mexico avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,205 ft (2,196 m)
Area139.4 sq mi (361.1 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates16.8760°N, 97.5761°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
11% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,103 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 114 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 82 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 109 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 69 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 113 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 91 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 122 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 58 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 92 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 89 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 95 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 92 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 131 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 68 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 66 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 118 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 86 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 108 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 59 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 100 km
2024 John Category 3 144 km
2023 Otis Category 5 238 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 166 km
2017 Max Category 1 142 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 54 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 236 km
2010 Karl Category 3 240 km
1998 Lester Category 2 264 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 94 km
1997 Rick Category 2 116 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 152 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 11 107 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 109 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 82 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 82 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 111 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 113 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 43 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 63°F (17°C) 9.6 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 8.0 in
August 62°F (17°C) 8.0 in
September 62°F (17°C) 7.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
December 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in

Santiago Yosondúa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 58°F in January to 64°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (0.4").

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Libraries in Santiago Yosondúa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Airports Near Santiago Yosondúa

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall 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 Yosondúa

What is the population of Santiago Yosondúa?

Santiago Yosondúa has a population of 1,254 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 139.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago Yosondúa?

Santiago Yosondúa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago Yosondúa?

The job market in Santiago Yosondúa is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 40 business establishments in the area.

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