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Ahuixtla, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Ahuixtla is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 578. Elevation: 6,401 ft (1,951 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

578 Population 1/sq mi density
6,401 ft Elevation 1,951 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population578
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation6,401 ft (1,951 m)
Population578
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,401 ft (1,951 m)
Coordinates17.5304°, -99.0362°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,165 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ahuixtla

Ahuixtla is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 578. The city sits at an elevation of 6,401 feet (1,951 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Ahuixtla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ahuixtla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,401 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,401 ft (1,951 m)
Area459.5 sq mi (1,190.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.5304°N, 99.0362°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.80"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,150 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 96 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 144 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 127 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 93 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 88 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 115 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 145 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 116 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 148 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 126 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 99 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 115 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 72 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 125 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 71 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 147 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 101 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 94 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 138 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 55 km
2024 John Category 3 76 km
2023 Otis Category 5 119 km
2021 Rick Category 2 284 km
2017 Max Category 1 94 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 215 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 167 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 219 km
2010 Karl Category 2 281 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 92 km
1997 Rick Category 2 220 km
1996 Boris Category 1 214 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 278 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 70 km
1984 Odile Category 2 217 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

15 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 70 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 128 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 83 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 123 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 118 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 115 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 70 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 99 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 96 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 61 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 146 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 144 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 75 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 123 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (172 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 172 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 173 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 188 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 8.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 9.7 in
September 71°F (22°C) 9.7 in
October 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in

Ahuixtla has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Ahuixtla

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

Libraries in Ahuixtla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca de Quechultenango0.0

Farmers Markets in Ahuixtla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Quechultenango
Mercado Municipal de Chilapa de Alvarez

Stadiums & Teams in Ahuixtla

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Airports Near Ahuixtla

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall 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 Ahuixtla

What is the population of Ahuixtla?

Ahuixtla has a population of 578 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 459.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ahuixtla?

Ahuixtla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.

How is the job market in Ahuixtla?

The job market in Ahuixtla is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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