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Tatahuicapá, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Tatahuicapá is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,436. Elevation: 312 ft (95 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,436 Population 7/sq mi density
312 ft Elevation 95 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
82.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,436
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain82.3 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Population1,436
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates17.5511°, -95.6409°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation82.3 inches (2,091 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tatahuicapá

Tatahuicapá is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,436. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet (95 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 46 business establishments.

Income: Tatahuicapá vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)46

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tatahuicapá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 82.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Area211.3 sq mi (547.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates17.5511°N, 95.6409°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.3"
117% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 18.31"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,292 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 143 km
Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 15 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 119 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 145 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 60 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 77 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 75 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 82 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 77 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 77 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 70 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 64 km
Apr 28, 2015 4 km NNE of Paso Real de Sarabia, Mexico M5.5 81 km
Mar 6, 2022 3 km S of Zacatal, Mexico M5.5 85 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 99 km
Jun 28, 2015 11 km NE of La Blanca, Mexico M5.4 145 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 119 km
Sep 15, 2016 4 km NW of Cuauhtémoc, Mexico M5.2 90 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 26 km
Jan 6, 2013 2 km ESE of Matías Romero, Mexico M5.2 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Agatha (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 201 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 290 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 239 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 236 km
2010 Karl Category 3 194 km
2005 Stan Category 1 141 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 246 km
1997 Rick Category 1 188 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (123 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 123 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in
May 84°F (29°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 12.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 18.3 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 15.5 in
September 80°F (27°C) 13.9 in
October 78°F (25°C) 6.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in

Tatahuicapá has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 82.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.3") and March the driest (1.3").

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Airports Near Tatahuicapá

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Cubilete AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Moralar AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
Tres Encinos 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 Tatahuicapá

What is the population of Tatahuicapá?

Tatahuicapá has a population of 1,436 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 211.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tatahuicapá?

Tatahuicapá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.3 inches.

How is the job market in Tatahuicapá?

The job market in Tatahuicapá is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.

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