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Santo Domingo de Morelos, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santo Domingo de Morelos is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,620. Elevation: 515 ft (157 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,620 Population 9/sq mi density
515 ft Elevation 157 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
72.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Santo Domingo de Morelos

Santo Domingo de Morelos is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 107.17 km2. It is part of the Pochutla District in the east of the Costa Region.

People

Population1,620
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain72.2 in/yr
Sunny Days357/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Population1,620
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Coordinates15.8338°, -96.6674°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santo Domingo de Morelos

Santo Domingo de Morelos is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,620. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet (157 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 52 business establishments.

Income: Santo Domingo de Morelos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Santo Domingo de Morelos

Santo Domingo de Morelos has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Jan (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 871 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 21.5° / 32° 2.2
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 22.1° / 32.1° 1.1
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 22.8° / 32.6° 0.5
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 24° / 32.8° 5.0
May 29°C / 84°F 24.9° / 33.2° 38.4
Jun 28.6°C / 83°F 24.7° / 32.5° 208.0
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 24.2° / 32.6° 143.7
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 24° / 32.9° 177.4
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 24° / 32.4° 195.3
Oct 28.3°C / 83°F 23.6° / 33° 89.9
Nov 28°C / 82°F 22.7° / 33.4° 7.2
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 21.4° / 32.3° 2.3
Santo Domingo de Morelos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 357 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 72.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days357 days/yr

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area175.4 sq mi (454.2 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates15.8338°N, 96.6674°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.2"
90% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.12"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,448 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 28, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 38 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 71 km
Jul 4, 1994 108 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M6.5 126 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 40 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 135 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 139 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 68 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 124 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 138 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 149 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 141 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 22 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 148 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 32 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 79 km
Jul 24, 2020 26 km SSE of Crucecita, Mexico M5.5 77 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 42 km
Feb 26, 1996 21 km SSW of San José del Progreso, Mexico M5.5 122 km
Apr 10, 2016 5 km ESE of Santa Cruz Ozolotepec, Mexico M5.5 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 84 km
2024 John Category 3 199 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 17 km
2022 Bonnie Category 1 271 km
2017 Max Category 1 257 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 265 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 25 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 227 km
2006 John Category 2 253 km
1998 Lester Category 2 148 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 29 km
1997 Rick Category 2 10 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 250 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 267 km
1984 Boris Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 71 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 106 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 85 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 45 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 138 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 63 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 62 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 4.0 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 9.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.4 in
August 76°F (24°C) 9.8 in
September 76°F (24°C) 10.1 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 4.5 in
November 74°F (24°C) 0.6 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Santo Domingo de Morelos has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 63°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Santo Domingo de Morelos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca infantil0.0
Biblioteca UMAR0.0
La Biblio de Mazunte0.0

Farmers Markets in Santo Domingo de Morelos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 12 de Octubre
Mercado 12 de Octubre
Mercado El Calvario
Mercado local de Puerto Ángel

Airports Near Santo Domingo de Morelos

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Santo Domingo de Morelos

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación

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 Santo Domingo de Morelos

What is the population of Santo Domingo de Morelos?

Santo Domingo de Morelos has a population of 1,620 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 175.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santo Domingo de Morelos?

Santo Domingo de Morelos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches.

How is the job market in Santo Domingo de Morelos?

The unemployment rate in Santo Domingo de Morelos is 7.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 52 business establishments in the area.

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