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Acapetlahuaya, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Acapetlahuaya is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,618. Elevation: 3,875 ft (1,181 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1,618 Population 3/sq mi density
3,875 ft Elevation 1,181 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
44.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Acapetlahuaya

Acapetlahuaya is a town in the Mexican state of Guerrero. It serves as the seat of the municipality of General Canuto A. Neri.

People

Population1,618
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation3,875 ft (1,181 m)
Population1,618
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation3,875 ft (1,181 m)
Coordinates18.4194°, -100.0724°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation44.8 inches (1,139 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Acapetlahuaya

Acapetlahuaya is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,618. The city sits at an elevation of 3,875 feet (1,181 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 52 business establishments.

Income: Acapetlahuaya vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Acapetlahuaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,875 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,875 ft (1,181 m)
Area632.4 sq mi (1,637.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates18.4194°N, 100.0724°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.8"
18% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

712 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 148 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 131 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 142 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 150 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 56 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 34 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 145 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 125 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 120 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 145 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 122 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 96 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 65 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 109 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 142 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 41 km
Jul 18, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 131 km
Mar 27, 2009 17 km NNE of San Luis San Pedro, Mexico M5.3 137 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 110 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 168 km
2024 John Category 3 128 km
2023 Otis Category 5 84 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 257 km
2021 Rick Category 2 212 km
2017 Max Category 1 217 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 234 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 297 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 280 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 163 km
1996 Alma Category 2 250 km
1996 Boris Category 1 176 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 290 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 297 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 204 km
1984 Odile Category 2 231 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 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 145 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 144 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 145 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 148 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 149 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (83 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 83 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 111 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 124 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 167 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 173 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.0 in Warmest
June 78°F (25°C) 9.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 9.7 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in
September 74°F (23°C) 8.9 in
October 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in

Acapetlahuaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.7") and February the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Acapetlahuaya

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Preparatoria No.20
Esc. Prim. 16 De Septiembre
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Radio Stations near Acapetlahuaya

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Lokura FM (Ixtapan de la Sal) - 99.5 FM - XHXI-FM - Capital Media - Ixtapan de la Sal, Estado de México 99.5 fm, capital media AAC+ 32 kbps

Farmers Markets in Acapetlahuaya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Teloloapan

Airports Near Acapetlahuaya

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSmall Airport

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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 Acapetlahuaya

What is the population of Acapetlahuaya?

Acapetlahuaya has a population of 1,618 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 632.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Acapetlahuaya?

Acapetlahuaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.

How is the job market in Acapetlahuaya?

Acapetlahuaya has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 52 business establishments in the area.

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