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Tataltepec de Valdés, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Tataltepec de Valdés is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,269. Elevation: 1,253 ft (382 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tataltepec de Valdés
Tataltepec de Valdés is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico.
It is part of the Juquila District in the center of the Costa Region.
The town was established around 400-300 BC. The name "Tataltepec" means "Grandfather hill".
Antonio Valdés, born in the town, was an early leader of the independence movement in Oaxaca who died on 19 November 1811.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 2,269 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,253 ft (382 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.3060°, -97.5463° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.4 inches (1,255 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tataltepec de Valdés
Tataltepec de Valdés is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,269. The city sits at an elevation of 1,253 feet (382 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Tataltepec de Valdés vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 73 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.5°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,253 ft (382 m) |
| Area | 102.0 sq mi (264.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.3060°N, 97.5463°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 104 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 124 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 74 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 76 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 63 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 67 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 31 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in |
Tataltepec de Valdés has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in February to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Tataltepec de Valdés
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo ROJAZ - Tututepec, Oaxaca | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 98.5 (Tututepec) - 98.5 FM - XHPVTS-FM - Grupo Rojas - Tututepec, Oaxaca | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Tataltepec de Valdés
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado |
Airports Near Tataltepec de Valdés
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Escondido International Airport | PXM | Medium Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pinotepa Nacional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | — | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose del Progreso Airport. | — | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tututepec Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Tataltepec de Valdés?
Tataltepec de Valdés has a population of 2,269 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 102.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tataltepec de Valdés?
Tataltepec de Valdés has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.4 inches.
How is the job market in Tataltepec de Valdés?
The job market in Tataltepec de Valdés is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 73 business establishments in the area.