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Aguas Calientes, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Aguas Calientes is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,660. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Aguas Calientes
Machupicchu or Machupicchu Pueblo, also known as Aguas Calientes, is a location in Peru situated in the Cusco Region, Urubamba Province. It is the seat of Machupicchu District. Machupicchu lies at the Vilcanota River. It is the closest access point to the historical site of Machu Picchu which is 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) away or about a 90-minute walk. There are many hotels and restaurants for tourists, as well as natural hot baths which gave the town its colloquial Spanish name, Aguas Calientes or hot water. Like Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes is not accessible by road, and the only way to reach Aguas Calientes is by train or by hiking.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,660 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8425°, -99.6406° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.2 inches (1,072 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Aguas Calientes
Aguas Calientes is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,660. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Aguas Calientes vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 53 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Aguas Calientes
Aguas Calientes has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jun (29°C), the coldest is Feb (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1286 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 865.1 sq mi (2,240.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8425°N, 99.6406°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
16 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 | — | 40 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 127 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | — | 47 km |
| 1732 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 28 km |
| 1907 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 8 | 42 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 69 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 40 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 21 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 111 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 43 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 37 km |
| 2002 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 131 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 149 km |
| 1868 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 28 km |
| 1845 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 104 km |
| 1833 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 28 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 11.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in |
Aguas Calientes has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.3") and March the driest (0.1").
Schools in Aguas Calientes
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Secundaria José Agustín Ramírez | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio De Bachilleres Plantel Num 39 Aguas Calientes | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín de Niños Andres Quintana Roo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Preescolar Francisco Larroyo | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Revolucion Social | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Aguas Calientes
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 98.5 (Acapulco) - 98.5 FM - XHMAR-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero | 710 am, 98.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BUENISIIMA 103.9 (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero | 103.9 fm, acapulco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BUENISIIMA (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero | 103.9 fm, acapulco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 99.3 (Acapulco) - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero | 99.3 fm, acapulco | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| LA BESTIA GRUPERA 95.3 (Acapulco) - 95.3 FM - XHEVP-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero | 95.3 fm, acapulco | AAC+ 24 kbps | |
| 93.7 La Poderosa (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero | 93.7 fm, entretenimiento | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 101.5 (Acapulco) - 101.5 FM - XHBB-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero | 101.5 fm, 1600 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Acapulco - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero | 99.3 fm, acapulco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FM Globo (US) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA PODEROSA 93.7 (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero | 93.7 fm, entretenimiento | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Libraries in Aguas Calientes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública 338 Juan Álvarez Hurtado | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Rosendo Pintos Lacuna | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de información | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Aguas Calientes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central De Abastos | |||||
| Central De Abastos | |||||
| Dulcerama | |||||
| Juan N. Alvarez Num. 2 | |||||
| Lacteos Y Embutidos La Popular | |||||
| Mercadito | |||||
| Mercadito "La Laja" | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado "José López Portillo" | |||||
| Mercado "Juan M. Alvarez" | |||||
| Mercado "La Garita" | |||||
| Mercado "Nicolás Bravo" | |||||
| Mercado "Nicolás Bravo" | |||||
| Mercado "Nicolás Bravo" | |||||
| Mercado 16 de Septiembre | |||||
| Mercado Arroyo Seco | |||||
| Mercado Bicentenario | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanías "El Pueblito" | |||||
| Mercado de la 8 | |||||
| Mercado de la Diana | |||||
| Mercado Icacos | |||||
| Mercado La Zapata | |||||
| Mercado La Zapata | |||||
| Mercado La Zapata | |||||
| Mercado las Cruces Juan R. Escudero | |||||
| Mercado Libertadores | |||||
| Mercado Unidad Vacacional | |||||
| Pollo y Huevo | |||||
| Sukarne | |||||
| Tianguis 2000 A.C. | |||||
| Tienda De Ultramarinos | |||||
| Vacacional |
Clinics in Aguas Calientes
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Aguas Calientes
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport | ACA | Large Airport |
| Base Aeronaval Acapulco | — | Small Airport |
| Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González) | — | Small Airport |
| Chilpancingo National Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Aguas Calientes
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AA | ||
| Centro de Salud Puerto Márquez | ||
| Unidad de Medicina Familiar #26 Lic. Carlos Galvez Betancourt |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Aguas Calientes?
Aguas Calientes has a population of 1,660 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 865.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aguas Calientes?
Aguas Calientes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.
How is the job market in Aguas Calientes?
The job market in Aguas Calientes is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 53 business establishments in the area.