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Acatepec, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

Acatepec is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 1,028. Elevation: 1,873 ft (571 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,028 Population 2/sq mi density
1,873 ft Elevation 571 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
45.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Acatepec

Acatepec is a city and the seat of Acatepec's municipality, in Guerrero, southern Mexico. As of 2010, the population was 2,238. Acatepec is the most populous location in its municipality and accounts for less than ten percent of its population.

People

Population1,028
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,873 ft (571 m)
Population1,028
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,873 ft (571 m)
Coordinates20.9537°, -98.2737°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Acatepec

Acatepec is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 1,028. The city sits at an elevation of 1,873 feet (571 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: Acatepec vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Acatepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 45.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,873 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,873 ft (571 m)
Area426.7 sq mi (1,105.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates20.9537°N, 98.2737°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.82"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 131 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 116 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 136 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 142 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 95 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 113 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 117 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 119 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 98 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 114 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 149 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 135 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 98 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 80 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 94 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 102 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 123 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 139 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 120 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 78 km
2017 Katia Category 2 128 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 204 km
2010 Karl Category 3 276 km
2007 Dean Category 2 113 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 132 km
2000 Keith Category 1 162 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 93 km
1993 Gert Category 2 17 km
1990 Diana Category 2 91 km
1988 Debby Category 1 105 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Humeros, Los (166 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 166 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
May 78°F (26°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 11.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.9 in
August 77°F (25°C) 9.6 in
September 75°F (24°C) 13.8 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in

Acatepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 63°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 75.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.8") and March the driest (2.2").

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Radio Stations near Acatepec

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Huasteca - 90.5 FM - XHTI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tantoyuca, Veracruz 90.5 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Acatepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Yahualica

Libraries in Acatepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibioteca José P Cabrera Licona0.0
Diego Isidro0.0
Ing. Luis Flores Pérez0.0

Farmers Markets in Acatepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Huejutla
Tianguis

Airports Near Acatepec

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cerro Azul AirportSmall Airport
Piedra de Cal AirportSmall Airport
Tancholin AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Acatepec

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohólicos Anónimos

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 Acatepec

What is the population of Acatepec?

Acatepec has a population of 1,028 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 426.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Acatepec?

Acatepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.

How is the job market in Acatepec?

The job market in Acatepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 33 business establishments in the area.

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