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Teposcolula, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Teposcolula is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,737. Elevation: 7,129 ft (2,173 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,737 Population 90/sq mi density
7,129 ft Elevation 2,173 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,737
Density90/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days363/yr
Elevation7,129 ft (2,173 m)
Population1,737
Population Density90 / sq mi
Elevation7,129 ft (2,173 m)
Coordinates17.5113°, -97.4879°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Teposcolula

Teposcolula is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,737. The city sits at an elevation of 7,129 feet (2,173 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Teposcolula vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Teposcolula enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 363 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,129 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days363 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,129 ft (2,173 m)
Area19.2 sq mi (49.8 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates17.5113°N, 97.4879°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.47"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

576 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 143 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 138 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 136 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 97 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 128 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 132 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 136 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 139 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 136 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 68 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 137 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 145 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 130 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 113 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 21 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 137 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 123 km
Jan 21, 1997 3 km E of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.5 135 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 157 km
2024 John Category 3 181 km
2023 Otis Category 5 262 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 213 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 292 km
2017 Max Category 1 175 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 121 km
2010 Karl Category 3 171 km
2005 Stan Category 1 299 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 151 km
1997 Rick Category 2 182 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 174 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

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

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 143 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 139 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 138 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (170 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 170 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 184 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 61°F (16°C) 5.5 in Wettest
July 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 4.5 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Teposcolula has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 55°F in December to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.5") and January the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Teposcolula

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo comunitario "Rastros y Rostros"
Museo Comunitario Coixtlahuaca
Museo de historia

Farmers Markets in Teposcolula

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Teposcolula

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Casa Franco

Monuments in Teposcolula

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aguila

Airports Near Teposcolula

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Teposcolula

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Templo de San Juan Bautista

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 Teposcolula

What is the population of Teposcolula?

Teposcolula has a population of 1,737 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 19.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Teposcolula?

Teposcolula enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.

How is the job market in Teposcolula?

The job market in Teposcolula is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 56 business establishments in the area.

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