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Sitio de Xitlapehua, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Sitio de Xitlapehua is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 522. Elevation: 5,072 ft (1,546 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

522 Population 2/sq mi density
5,072 ft Elevation 1,546 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population522
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation5,072 ft (1,546 m)
Population522
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,072 ft (1,546 m)
Coordinates16.3507°, -96.5329°
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 Sitio de Xitlapehua

Sitio de Xitlapehua is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 522. The city sits at an elevation of 5,072 feet (1,546 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 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Sitio de Xitlapehua vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sitio de Xitlapehua 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 5,072 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

Elevation5,072 ft (1,546 m)
Area351.7 sq mi (911.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates16.3507°N, 96.5329°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.0"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.92"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,507 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 54 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 76 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 58 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 133 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 140 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 100 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 128 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 89 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 144 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 140 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 62 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 140 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 36 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 104 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 145 km
Jun 14, 2017 57 km SSW of La Barra de Colotepec, Mexico M5.5 133 km
May 25, 2022 12 km WNW of Santa María Zapotitlán, Mexico M5.5 65 km
Feb 26, 1996 21 km SSW of San José del Progreso, Mexico M5.5 144 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 51 km
Jul 24, 2020 26 km SSE of Crucecita, Mexico M5.5 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 140 km
2024 John Category 3 226 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 52 km
2017 Max Category 1 255 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 260 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 73 km
2011 Hilary Category 1 268 km
2010 Karl Category 1 285 km
1998 Lester Category 2 206 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 82 km
1997 Rick Category 2 51 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 270 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 76 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 78 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 65 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 65 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 130 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 89 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
April 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in
May 74°F (23°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 4.9 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
August 71°F (22°C) 3.6 in
September 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in
October 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in

Sitio de Xitlapehua has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 64°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Sitio de Xitlapehua

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Sitio de Xitlapehua

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

Airports Near Sitio de Xitlapehua

3 airports within the area.

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

What is the population of Sitio de Xitlapehua?

Sitio de Xitlapehua has a population of 522 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 351.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sitio de Xitlapehua?

Sitio de Xitlapehua 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 Sitio de Xitlapehua?

The job market in Sitio de Xitlapehua is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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