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Silacayoápam, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Silacayoápam is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,090. Elevation: 5,364 ft (1,635 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,090 Population 6/sq mi density
5,364 ft Elevation 1,635 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Silacayoápam

Silacayoápam

Silacayoápam is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. It is part of the Silacayoapam District in the Mixteca Region.

People

Population2,090
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.8%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation5,364 ft (1,635 m)
Population2,090
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation5,364 ft (1,635 m)
Coordinates17.5024°, -98.1419°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (802 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Silacayoápam

Silacayoápam is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,090. The city sits at an elevation of 5,364 feet (1,635 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 67 business establishments.

Income: Silacayoápam vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Silacayoápam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,364 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,364 ft (1,635 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.5024°N, 98.1419°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.30"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,157 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 94 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 113 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 125 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 122 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 123 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 130 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 103 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 129 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 93 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 145 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 125 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 97 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 142 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 130 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 133 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 148 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 148 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 134 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 126 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 4 112 km
2024 John Category 3 129 km
2023 Otis Category 5 198 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 257 km
2017 Max Category 1 120 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 284 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 114 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 260 km
2010 Karl Category 3 210 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 124 km
1997 Rick Category 2 201 km
1996 Boris Category 1 283 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 113 km
1984 Odile Category 2 298 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 11 118 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 137 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 94 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 148 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 114 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 113 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 140 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (177 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 177 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 193 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
May 76°F (25°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 6.3 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in
August 72°F (22°C) 5.6 in
September 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest

Silacayoápam has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.3") and December the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Silacayoápam

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 Silacayoápam

What is the population of Silacayoápam?

Silacayoápam has a population of 2,090 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Silacayoápam?

Silacayoápam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

How is the job market in Silacayoápam?

The job market in Silacayoápam is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 67 business establishments in the area.

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