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Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,838. Elevation: 4,865 ft (1,483 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,838 Population 5/sq mi density
4,865 ft Elevation 1,483 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,838
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation4,865 ft (1,483 m)
Population1,838
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,865 ft (1,483 m)
Coordinates17.6708°, -98.8519°
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 Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas

Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,838. The city sits at an elevation of 4,865 feet (1,483 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 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas 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 4,865 feet.

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

Elevation4,865 ft (1,483 m)
Area402.9 sq mi (1,043.5 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates17.6708°N, 98.8519°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.99"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,168 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 M7.4 147 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 103 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 105 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 103 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 112 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 119 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 149 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 120 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 140 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 83 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 141 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 95 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 65 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 115 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 148 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 102 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 144 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 65 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 112 km
Jun 7, 1992 8 km E of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M5.4 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 79 km
2024 John Category 3 98 km
2023 Otis Category 5 142 km
2017 Max Category 1 108 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 240 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 165 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 241 km
2010 Karl Category 3 256 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 109 km
1997 Rick Category 2 230 km
1996 Boris Category 1 239 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 87 km
1984 Odile Category 2 242 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 95 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 136 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 104 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 148 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 143 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 133 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 95 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 124 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 103 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 86 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 149 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 147 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 98 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 148 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (152 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 152 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 159 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 169 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 183 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
May 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 7.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 8.0 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in
September 74°F (23°C) 7.6 in
October 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in

Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 60°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
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 Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas

What is the population of Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas?

Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas has a population of 1,838 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 402.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas?

Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas 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 Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas?

The job market in Alpuyecancingo de las Montañas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

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