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Santo Tomás Tamazulapam, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Santo Tomás Tamazulapam is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,559. Elevation: 5,620 ft (1,713 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,559 Population 4/sq mi density
5,620 ft Elevation 1,713 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,559
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation5,620 ft (1,713 m)
Population1,559
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,620 ft (1,713 m)
Coordinates16.2706°, -96.5819°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.0 inches (457 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santo Tomás Tamazulapam

Santo Tomás Tamazulapam is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,559. The city sits at an elevation of 5,620 feet (1,713 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 50 business establishments.

Income: Santo Tomás Tamazulapam vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santo Tomás Tamazulapam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 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 18.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,620 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,620 ft (1,713 m)
Area351.7 sq mi (911.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates16.2706°N, 96.5819°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.0"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.73"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,473 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 44 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 75 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 150 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 53 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 129 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 145 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 135 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 123 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 90 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 138 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 100 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 52 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 137 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 114 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 26 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 149 km
Feb 26, 1996 21 km SSW of San José del Progreso, Mexico M5.5 136 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 123 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 130 km
2024 John Category 3 220 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 46 km
2017 Max Category 1 252 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 262 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 62 km
2011 Hilary Category 1 258 km
2010 Karl Category 1 293 km
2006 John Category 2 299 km
1998 Lester Category 2 197 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 72 km
1997 Rick Category 2 41 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 299 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 267 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 75 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 84 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 68 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 56 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 127 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 84 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 101 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
April 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 6.7 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 5.3 in
August 67°F (19°C) 5.7 in
September 66°F (19°C) 5.6 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.7 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Santo Tomás Tamazulapam has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 64°F in December to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and January the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in Santo Tomás Tamazulapam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Santo Tomás Tamazulapam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sta. Ana
Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez

Airports Near Santo Tomás Tamazulapam

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santo Tomás Tamazulapam

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla San Judas Tadeo

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 Tomás Tamazulapam

What is the population of Santo Tomás Tamazulapam?

Santo Tomás Tamazulapam has a population of 1,559 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 351.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santo Tomás Tamazulapam?

Santo Tomás Tamazulapam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.

How is the job market in Santo Tomás Tamazulapam?

The job market in Santo Tomás Tamazulapam is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 50 business establishments in the area.

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