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Tecomaxtlahuaca, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Tecomaxtlahuaca is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,402. Elevation: 5,597 ft (1,706 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,402 Population 6/sq mi density
5,597 ft Elevation 1,706 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
36.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,402
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation5,597 ft (1,706 m)
Population2,402
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation5,597 ft (1,706 m)
Coordinates17.3472°, -98.0317°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation36.1 inches (916 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tecomaxtlahuaca

Tecomaxtlahuaca is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,402. The city sits at an elevation of 5,597 feet (1,706 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 77 business establishments.

Income: Tecomaxtlahuaca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)77

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tecomaxtlahuaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 36.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,597 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,597 ft (1,706 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.3472°N, 98.0317°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.1"
5% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 6.93"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,511 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 87 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 97 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 107 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 142 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 132 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 115 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 98 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 109 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 137 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 82 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 134 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 85 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 110 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 122 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 114 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 149 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 134 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 111 km
2024 John Category 3 124 km
2023 Otis Category 5 201 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 237 km
2017 Max Category 1 117 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 284 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 95 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 252 km
2010 Karl Category 3 216 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 109 km
1997 Rick Category 2 181 km
1996 Boris Category 1 282 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 114 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 11 107 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 138 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 148 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 87 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 99 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 97 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 144 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 97 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (197 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 65°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 6.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 6.9 in
August 68°F (20°C) 6.9 in Wettest
September 68°F (20°C) 6.6 in
October 67°F (19°C) 2.5 in
November 65°F (19°C) 0.7 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Tecomaxtlahuaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and December the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Tecomaxtlahuaca

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall 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 Tecomaxtlahuaca

What is the population of Tecomaxtlahuaca?

Tecomaxtlahuaca has a population of 2,402 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tecomaxtlahuaca?

Tecomaxtlahuaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.1 inches.

How is the job market in Tecomaxtlahuaca?

The job market in Tecomaxtlahuaca is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 77 business establishments in the area.

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