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Sindihui, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Sindihui is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,770. Elevation: 4,836 ft (1,474 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,770 Population 38/sq mi density
4,836 ft Elevation 1,474 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Sindihui

Sindihui Mixtec is a nearly extinct Mixtec language spoken in the town of Santa Maria Sindihui in Oaxaca. It is not close to other varieties of Mixtec. It is only spoken by older adults.

People

Population1,770
Density38/mi²

Economy

Unemployment16.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation4,836 ft (1,474 m)
Population1,770
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation4,836 ft (1,474 m)
Coordinates17.0046°, -97.3507°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,011 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sindihui

Sindihui is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,770. The city sits at an elevation of 4,836 feet (1,474 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 16.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Sindihui vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.8%
367% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sindihui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,836 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,836 ft (1,474 m)
Area46.8 sq mi (121.2 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates17.0046°N, 97.3507°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.8"
5% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,721 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 M7.4 110 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 135 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 96 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 138 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 119 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 148 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 82 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 116 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 116 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 123 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 119 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 91 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 129 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 90 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 109 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 84 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 150 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 118 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 135 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 4 128 km
2024 John Category 3 171 km
2023 Otis Category 5 263 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 159 km
2017 Max Category 1 168 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 81 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 260 km
2010 Karl Category 3 219 km
1998 Lester Category 2 279 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 115 km
1997 Rick Category 2 124 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 176 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 11 135 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 135 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 109 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 110 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 114 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 138 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 68 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 71°F (21°C) 8.5 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 6.9 in
August 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in
September 69°F (21°C) 7.3 in
October 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in

Sindihui has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 65°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Sindihui

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall 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 Sindihui

What is the population of Sindihui?

Sindihui has a population of 1,770 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 46.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sindihui?

Sindihui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.

How is the job market in Sindihui?

The job market in Sindihui faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

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