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Zapotitlán Lagunas, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Zapotitlán Lagunas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,477. Elevation: 5,112 ft (1,558 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

1,477 Population 11/sq mi density
5,112 ft Elevation 1,558 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
38.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Zapotitlán Lagunas

Zapotitlán Lagunas

Zapotitlán Lagunas is a town and one municipality out of 570 that make up the state of Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 306.418 km2.
It is part of the Silacayoapam District in the Mixteca Region.

People

Population1,477
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation5,112 ft (1,558 m)
Population1,477
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation5,112 ft (1,558 m)
Coordinates17.7562°, -98.3896°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation38.2 inches (969 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zapotitlán Lagunas

Zapotitlán Lagunas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,477. The city sits at an elevation of 5,112 feet (1,558 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 47 business establishments.

Income: Zapotitlán Lagunas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zapotitlán Lagunas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,112 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,112 ft (1,558 m)
Area136.2 sq mi (352.7 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates17.7562°N, 98.3896°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"
0% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.15"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

657 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M5.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 142 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 111 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 89 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 123 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 117 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 118 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 121 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 92 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 97 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 138 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 132 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 147 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 111 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 133 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 139 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 112 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 144 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 40 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 33 km
Jun 7, 1992 8 km E of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M5.4 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 119 km
2024 John Category 3 136 km
2023 Otis Category 5 190 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 296 km
2017 Max Category 1 129 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 282 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 149 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 273 km
2010 Karl Category 3 211 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 134 km
1997 Rick Category 2 230 km
1996 Boris Category 1 282 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 115 km
1984 Odile Category 2 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1820 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 143 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 140 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 137 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 143 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 111 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 133 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 143 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 142 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (143 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 143 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 160 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 167 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 176 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 184 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 194 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
May 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 8.1 in
July 72°F (22°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 7.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest

Zapotitlán Lagunas has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Zapotitlán Lagunas

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor 90.7 (US) regional mexican MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor 97.7 MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Zapotitlán Lagunas

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Zapotitlán Lagunas

What is the population of Zapotitlán Lagunas?

Zapotitlán Lagunas has a population of 1,477 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 136.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zapotitlán Lagunas?

Zapotitlán Lagunas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.

How is the job market in Zapotitlán Lagunas?

The job market in Zapotitlán Lagunas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 47 business establishments in the area.

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