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Apantla, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Apantla is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,027. Elevation: 1,286 ft (392 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1,027 Population 3/sq mi density
1,286 ft Elevation 392 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
87.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,027
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.4%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain87.2 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)
Population1,027
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)
Coordinates17.0397°, -99.1694°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation87.2 inches (2,216 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Apantla

Apantla is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,027. The city sits at an elevation of 1,286 feet (392 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 33 business establishments.

Income: Apantla vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)33

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Apantla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 87.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,286 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,286 ft (392 m)
Area373.8 sq mi (968.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.0397°N, 99.1694°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.2"
130% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.45"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,253 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 117 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 67 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 146 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 128 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 58 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 39 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 91 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 109 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 101 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 90 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 113 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 116 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 88 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 29 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 124 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 142 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 139 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 65 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 15 km
2024 John Category 3 21 km
2023 Otis Category 5 77 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 281 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 293 km
2021 Rick Category 2 255 km
2017 Max Category 1 47 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 167 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 292 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 148 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 164 km
2006 John Category 4 253 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 42 km
1997 Rick Category 2 171 km
1996 Boris Category 1 168 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 225 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 24 km
1984 Odile Category 2 178 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 49 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 93 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 27 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 82 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 88 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 61 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 49 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 65 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 67 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 39 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 119 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 117 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 21 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 82 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 82 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
May 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in
July 74°F (23°C) 11.3 in
August 78°F (26°C) 13.7 in
September 77°F (25°C) 14.5 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in

Apantla has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 70°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.5") and March the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Apantla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central Tecoanapa
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Apantla

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall 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 Apantla

What is the population of Apantla?

Apantla has a population of 1,027 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 373.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Apantla?

Apantla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.2 inches.

How is the job market in Apantla?

The job market in Apantla is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 33 business establishments in the area.

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