Zaniza, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Zaniza is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,195. Elevation: 4,301 ft (1,311 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°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 Zaniza
Zaniza Zapotec is an Oto-Manguean language of western Oaxaca, Mexico. It is one of several Zapotec languages called Papabuco. It has only 10% intelligibility with Texmelucan Zapotec, its closest important relative.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,195 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,301 ft (1,311 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.6553°, -97.3379° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.0 inches (1,600 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zaniza
Zaniza is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,195. The city sits at an elevation of 4,301 feet (1,311 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,301 ft (1,311 m) |
| Area | 139.4 sq mi (361.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.6553°N, 97.3379°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 125 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 135 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 96 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 97 km |
| 1928 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 4 | 77 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 109 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 45 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.8 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 11.9 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 12.8 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in |
Zaniza has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.0") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Zaniza
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IEBO 032 | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Zaniza
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Zaniza
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Xoxocotlán International Airport | OAX | Large Airport |
| Barranca Honda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cuevas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista del Centro | - | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Tlacotepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jose del Progreso Airport. | - | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tututepec Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Zaniza
What is the population of Zaniza?
Zaniza has a population of 1,195 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 139.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zaniza?
Zaniza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 63.0 inches.
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