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Acatempa, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Acatempa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,008. Elevation: 4,222 ft (1,287 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2,008 Population 12/sq mi density
4,222 ft Elevation 1,287 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
35.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,008
Density12/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation4,222 ft (1,287 m)
Population2,008
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation4,222 ft (1,287 m)
Coordinates17.6433°, -99.3664°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation35.5 inches (902 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Acatempa

Acatempa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 2,008. The city sits at an elevation of 4,222 feet (1,287 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 64 business establishments.

Income: Acatempa vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Acatempa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,222 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,222 ft (1,287 m)
Area165.1 sq mi (427.7 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates17.6433°N, 99.3664°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,093 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 126 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 137 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 121 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 136 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 86 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 147 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 133 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 148 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 96 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 149 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 98 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 94 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 60 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 69 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 88 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 124 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 125 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 110 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 145 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 61 km
2024 John Category 3 60 km
2023 Otis Category 5 92 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 275 km
2021 Rick Category 2 255 km
2017 Max Category 1 116 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 198 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 299 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 201 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 218 km
2006 John Category 4 300 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 80 km
1997 Rick Category 2 239 km
1996 Boris Category 1 192 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 269 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 91 km
1984 Odile Category 2 198 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

13 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 55 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 95 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 110 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 98 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 130 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 55 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 85 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 126 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 51 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 83 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 110 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 149 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 110 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (162 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 162 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 168 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 172 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 187 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
July 74°F (23°C) 7.9 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 7.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 7.4 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in

Acatempa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 69°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Acatempa

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
DSS RADIO 107.9 (Chilpancingo) - 107.9 FM - XHSCAS-FM - Digital con Sentido Social 106.3, A.C. - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 107.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
W RADIO 105.1 (Chilpancingo) - 105.1 FM - XHEZUM-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 105.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Acatempa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa museo José Juárez UAGro
Museo Interactivo "La Avispa"
Museo Interactivo "La Avispa"
Museo Regional de Guerrero

Libraries in Acatempa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca de Quechultenango0.0
Biblioteca Pública Central Estatal Gobierno del Estado0.0

Farmers Markets in Acatempa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Colonia del Pri
Mercado de Quechultenango
Mercado Municipal de Chilapa de Alvarez

Stadiums & Teams in Acatempa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Acatempa

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González)Small Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Acatempa

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral de Guerrero (CRIG)

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 Acatempa

What is the population of Acatempa?

Acatempa has a population of 2,008 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 165.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Acatempa?

Acatempa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches.

How is the job market in Acatempa?

The job market in Acatempa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 64 business establishments in the area.

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