Taniche, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Taniche is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 746. Elevation: 4,685 ft (1,428 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 746 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,685 ft (1,428 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.5668°, -96.7533° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.9 inches (760 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taniche
Taniche is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 746. The city sits at an elevation of 4,685 feet (1,428 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,685 ft (1,428 m) |
| Area | 235.1 sq mi (608.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.5668°N, 96.7533°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 110 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 106 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 96 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 67 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 105 km |
| 1928 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 122 km |
| 1870 | PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO | Earthquake | - | 24 | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in |
Taniche has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 67°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Taniche
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor Oaxaca - 101.7 FM - XHZB-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 101.7, 101.7 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA | 94.1, 94.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca | baladas en español, grupo as | MP3 |
Museums in Taniche
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodolpho Morales Home | ||||
| Rodolpho Morales Museum |
Farmers Markets in Taniche
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Sta. Ana | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez |
Airports Near Taniche
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | - | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Taniche?
Taniche has a population of 746 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 235.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taniche?
Taniche has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.9 inches.
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