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Acayahualco, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Acayahualco is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 925. Elevation: 2,644 ft (806 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

925 Population 2/sq mi density
2,644 ft Elevation 806 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population925
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation2,644 ft (806 m)
Population925
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,644 ft (806 m)
Coordinates18.2255°, -99.4808°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Acayahualco

Acayahualco is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 925. The city sits at an elevation of 2,644 feet (806 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 30 business establishments.

Income: Acayahualco vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Acayahualco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,644 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,644 ft (806 m)
Area390.3 sq mi (1,010.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.2255°N, 99.4808°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

764 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 111 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 111 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 150 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 96 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 128 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 142 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 63 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 30 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 84 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 109 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 94 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 104 km
Apr 13, 2007 4 km ENE of Cacalutla, Mexico M5.3 150 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 133 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 133 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 135 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km N of Los Órganos de San Agustín, Mexico M5.1 147 km
Mar 6, 2001 7 km E of Las Compuertas, Mexico M5.1 125 km
Oct 29, 2001 Guerrero, Mexico M5.1 137 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 4 127 km
2024 John Category 3 108 km
2023 Otis Category 5 105 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 293 km
2021 Rick Category 2 265 km
2017 Max Category 1 181 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 241 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 255 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 273 km
2010 Karl Category 1 292 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 138 km
1996 Boris Category 1 212 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 156 km
1984 Odile Category 2 241 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 115 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 147 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 115 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 142 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 114 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (102 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 102 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 102 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 127 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 138 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 146 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 154 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 8.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 8.3 in
August 78°F (25°C) 8.8 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 8.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Acayahualco has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 73°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.8") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Acayahualco

2 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
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Acayahualco

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura (Antigua Estacion Buenavista de Cuéllar)

Libraries in Acayahualco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública de Huitzuco0.0

Farmers Markets in Acayahualco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Buenavista de Cuéllar
Mercado Municipal de Cocula, Gro

Airports Near Acayahualco

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport
Tenango AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall 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 Acayahualco

What is the population of Acayahualco?

Acayahualco has a population of 925 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 390.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Acayahualco?

Acayahualco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

How is the job market in Acayahualco?

The job market in Acayahualco is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 30 business establishments in the area.

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