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Zaragoza, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Zaragoza is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,386. Elevation: 5,771 ft (1,759 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,386 Population 23/sq mi density
5,771 ft Elevation 1,759 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Zaragoza

Zaragoza

Zaragoza metro station is a station of the Mexico City Metro in the city's borough of Venustiano Carranza. It is an underground stop with two side platforms serving Line 1 between Gómez Farías and Pantitlán. It was inaugurated on 4 September 1969, and opened the following day, as the eastern terminal of the line, providing service west toward Chapultepec station. An eastward expansion toward Pantitlán started on 22 August 1984.

People

Population1,386
Density23/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation5,771 ft (1,759 m)
Population1,386
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation5,771 ft (1,759 m)
Coordinates16.6692°, -97.7932°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zaragoza

Zaragoza is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,386. The city sits at an elevation of 5,771 feet (1,759 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 44 business establishments.

Income: Zaragoza vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)44

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zaragoza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,771 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,771 ft (1,759 m)
Area61.6 sq mi (159.5 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates16.6692°N, 97.7932°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,396 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 M7.5 114 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 87 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 51 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 37 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 82 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 59 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 99 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 30 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 63 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 64 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 64 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 129 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 66 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 100 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 37 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 105 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 43 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 29 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 76 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 58 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 68 km
2024 John Category 3 118 km
2023 Otis Category 5 213 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 167 km
2017 Max Category 1 118 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 274 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 22 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 205 km
2010 Karl Category 3 269 km
1998 Lester Category 2 243 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 62 km
1997 Rick Category 2 102 km
1996 Boris Category 1 271 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 131 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 78 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 141 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 87 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 50 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 51 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 108 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 82 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 18 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
May 76°F (25°C) 4.5 in
June 75°F (24°C) 12.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 11.2 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 12.1 in
September 74°F (23°C) 13.5 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 5.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.1 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Zaragoza has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (0.3").

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Farmers Markets in Zaragoza

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
mercado municipal

Airports Near Zaragoza

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec 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 Zaragoza

What is the population of Zaragoza?

Zaragoza has a population of 1,386 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 61.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zaragoza?

Zaragoza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

How is the job market in Zaragoza?

Zaragoza has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 44 business establishments in the area.

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