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Villa Talea de Castro, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Villa Talea de Castro is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,673. Elevation: 5,187 ft (1,581 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Villa Talea de Castro
Villa Talea de Castro is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. It is part of the Villa Alta District in the center of the Sierra Norte Region.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,673 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,187 ft (1,581 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.3599°, -96.2497° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.6 inches (2,758 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Villa Talea de Castro
Villa Talea de Castro is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,673. The city sits at an elevation of 5,187 feet (1,581 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Villa Talea de Castro vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 54 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.5°F |
| 40% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,187 ft (1,581 m) |
| Area | 123.2 sq mi (319.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.3599°N, 96.2497°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | 127 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 136 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (174 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 13.8 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 16.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 14.7 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 15.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 8.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
Villa Talea de Castro has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 65°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 89.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.1") and March the driest (1.9").
Schools in Villa Talea de Castro
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela primaria Juan Jacobo Rousseau | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Tecnica N. 91 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela primaria Juan Jacobo Rousseau | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Tecnica N. 91 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Villa Talea de Castro
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor Oaxaca - 101.7 FM - XHZB-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 101.7, 101.7 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LA MEXICANA 570 (Oaxaca) - 570 AM - XHEOA-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 570 am, 94.9 fm | MP3 | |
| LA KEBUENA 89.7 (Oaxaca) - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 98.5 (Oaxaca) - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca (ORO) - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mexicana Oaxaca 94.9 FM | banda, banda norteña | MP3 | |
| La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA | 94.1, 94.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca | baladas en español, grupo as | MP3 | |
| Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, AC - Salina Cruz, OA | 89.1, 89.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| tuxtepExa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Tuxtepec - 101.3 FM - XHPTUX-FM - Grupo Rojaz - Tuxtepec, OA | 101.3, 101.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 95.7 (Oaxaca) - 95.7 FM - XHCE-FM - Grupo Encuentro - Oaxaca, Oaxaca | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Oaxaca - 98.5 FM - XHNR-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA | 98.5, 98.5 fm | MP3 32 kbps |
Museums in Villa Talea de Castro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community museum |
Libraries in Villa Talea de Castro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pública municipal Dionicio Lopez Chavez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Villa Talea de Castro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado municipal |
Airports Near Villa Talea de Castro
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Air Station No. 8 Loma Bonita | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Villa Talea de Castro
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Getsemani |
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What is the population of Villa Talea de Castro?
Villa Talea de Castro has a population of 1,673 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 123.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Villa Talea de Castro?
Villa Talea de Castro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.6 inches.
How is the job market in Villa Talea de Castro?
The job market in Villa Talea de Castro is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 54 business establishments in the area.