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Yogana, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Yogana is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,284. Elevation: 4,465 ft (1,361 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,284 Population 36/sq mi density
4,465 ft Elevation 1,361 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
30.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Yogana

Yogana is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of km2.
It is part of the Ejutla District in the south of the Valles Centrales Region.

People

Population1,284
Density36/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation4,465 ft (1,361 m)
Population1,284
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation4,465 ft (1,361 m)
Coordinates16.4616°, -96.7884°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation30.4 inches (772 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Yogana

Yogana is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,284. The city sits at an elevation of 4,465 feet (1,361 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: Yogana vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Yogana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 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 30.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,465 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,465 ft (1,361 m)
Area36.0 sq mi (93.1 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates16.4616°N, 96.7884°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.4"
20% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,555 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 47 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 105 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 127 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 147 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 83 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 106 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 128 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 103 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 88 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 114 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 91 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 120 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 113 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 112 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 64 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 144 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 40 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 119 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 138 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 131 km
2024 John Category 3 203 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 75 km
2017 Max Category 1 227 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 289 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 68 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 253 km
2010 Karl Category 1 271 km
1998 Lester Category 2 218 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 86 km
1997 Rick Category 2 66 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 241 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.6 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 1.6 m 10 105 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 107 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 94 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 55 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 147 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 102 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 115 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 71°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 6.6 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
August 70°F (21°C) 5.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in
October 69°F (21°C) 2.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Yogana has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 67°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Yogana

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sta. Ana
Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez

Airports Near Yogana

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahías de Huatulco International AirportHUXLarge Airport
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall 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 Yogana

What is the population of Yogana?

Yogana has a population of 1,284 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 36.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yogana?

Yogana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches.

How is the job market in Yogana?

The job market in Yogana is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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