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Alpoyeca, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Alpoyeca is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,874. Elevation: 3,166 ft (965 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

3,874 Population 10/sq mi density
3,166 ft Elevation 965 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Alpoyeca

Alpoyeca is a city and the seat of the Alpoyeca Municipality, in the state of Guerrero, southern Mexico.

People

Population3,874
Density10/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation3,166 ft (965 m)
Population3,874
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation3,166 ft (965 m)
Coordinates17.6704°, -98.5097°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Alpoyeca

Alpoyeca is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 3,874. The city sits at an elevation of 3,166 feet (965 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 124 business establishments.

Income: Alpoyeca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)124

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Alpoyeca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 35.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,166 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,166 ft (965 m)
Area399.5 sq mi (1,034.8 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates17.6704°N, 98.5097°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.56"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

869 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 134 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 100 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 98 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 139 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 104 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 137 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 109 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 111 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 143 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 93 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 122 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 147 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 91 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 133 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 120 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 144 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 99 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 147 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 135 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 121 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 4 105 km
2024 John Category 3 120 km
2023 Otis Category 5 174 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 299 km
2017 Max Category 1 116 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 266 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 145 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 259 km
2010 Karl Category 3 226 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 120 km
1997 Rick Category 2 222 km
1996 Boris Category 1 267 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 100 km
1984 Odile Category 2 272 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

10 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 127 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 130 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 121 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 145 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 127 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 100 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 117 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 136 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 134 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (151 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 151 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 168 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 170 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 183 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
May 79°F (26°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 7.6 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in
August 74°F (23°C) 7.4 in
September 74°F (23°C) 7.0 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest

Alpoyeca has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 61°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Alpoyeca

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio De Bachilleres Plantel 21
Escuela Primaria Rural Federal Juan Ruíz de Alarcón
Escuela Primaria José María Morelos y Pavón
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Airports Near Alpoyeca

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Alpoyeca

What is the population of Alpoyeca?

Alpoyeca has a population of 3,874 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 399.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alpoyeca?

Alpoyeca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.

How is the job market in Alpoyeca?

The job market in Alpoyeca is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 124 business establishments in the area.

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