Temascal, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Temascal is a mid-size city in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 39,680. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°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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About Temascal
Temascal is a town in the Mexican state of Oaxaca which is the seat of the municipality of San Miguel Soyaltepec. It is part of the Tuxtepec District of the Papaloapan Region. The name Soyaltepec means "hill of palm trees" in Náhuatl but the area also carries the Mazatec name of Naxhingee which means "ragged hill".
People
Climate
| Population | 39,680 |
| Population Density | 108 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2419°, -96.4031° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.5 inches (2,146 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Temascal
Temascal is a mid-size city in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 39,680. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Climate in Temascal
Temascal has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is May (29.9°C), the coldest is Jan (19.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2131 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.7°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 366.9 sq mi (950.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2419°N, 96.4031°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (127 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 127 km |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 132 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 136 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 160 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 163 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 18.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 22.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 20.5 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 19.5 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 2.6 in |
Temascal has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 107.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (22.4") and February the driest (1.7").
Libraries in Temascal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librería Publica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Temascal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "20 de Junio" | |||||
| Mercado "20 de Noviembre" |
Bus Stations in Temascal
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Temascal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Temascal
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Toro Bravo | - | Small Airport |
| Air Station No. 8 Loma Bonita | - | Small Airport |
| El Ahijadero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Amate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Zopilote Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Felipe Terrones Acosta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Miguel Alemán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jalisquillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esmeralda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Las Macayas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista Macuiles | - | Small Airport |
| San Jose Independencia Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tres Encinos Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Temascal?
Temascal has a population of 39,680 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 108 people per square mile, spread across 366.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Temascal?
Temascal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 84.5 inches.
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