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Apetzuca, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Apetzuca is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 521. Elevation: 6,214 ft (1,894 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

521 Population 3/sq mi density
6,214 ft Elevation 1,894 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population521
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation6,214 ft (1,894 m)
Population521
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,214 ft (1,894 m)
Coordinates17.2943°, -98.8322°
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 Apetzuca

Apetzuca is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 521. The city sits at an elevation of 6,214 feet (1,894 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 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Apetzuca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Apetzuca 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 6,214 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

Elevation6,214 ft (1,894 m)
Area190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.2943°N, 98.8322°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.59"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,624 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 110 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 63 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 136 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 144 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 125 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 61 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 150 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 85 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 81 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 132 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 145 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 114 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 82 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 114 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 150 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 125 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 127 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 71 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 104 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 54 km
2024 John Category 3 66 km
2023 Otis Category 5 122 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 291 km
2021 Rick Category 2 297 km
2017 Max Category 1 67 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 213 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 133 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 205 km
2010 Karl Category 3 279 km
2006 John Category 3 294 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 68 km
1997 Rick Category 2 190 km
1996 Boris Category 1 213 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 269 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 47 km
1984 Odile Category 2 222 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 82 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 95 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 68 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 126 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 128 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 93 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 82 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 106 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 63 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 72 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 112 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 110 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 66 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 145 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 126 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (194 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 71°F (21°C) 9.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 10.5 in
August 69°F (21°C) 10.5 in
September 69°F (20°C) 10.6 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in

Apetzuca has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.6") and March the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Apetzuca

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Apetzuca

What is the population of Apetzuca?

Apetzuca has a population of 521 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Apetzuca?

Apetzuca 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 Apetzuca?

Apetzuca has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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