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Apipilulco, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Apipilulco is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,344. Elevation: 1,939 ft (591 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2,344 Population 8/sq mi density
1,939 ft Elevation 591 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
41.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,344
Density8/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation1,939 ft (591 m)
Population2,344
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation1,939 ft (591 m)
Coordinates18.1910°, -99.6721°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation41.2 inches (1,047 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Apipilulco

Apipilulco is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 2,344. The city sits at an elevation of 1,939 feet (591 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 75 business establishments.

Income: Apipilulco vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)75

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Apipilulco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,939 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,939 ft (591 m)
Area301.4 sq mi (780.7 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates18.1910°N, 99.6721°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.2"
8% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,244 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 131 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 90 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 147 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 77 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 114 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 84 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 131 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 50 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 65 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 149 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 129 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 147 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 73 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 124 km
Jul 5, 1998 1 km WSW of Bajos del Ejido, Mexico M5.3 141 km
Apr 13, 2007 4 km ENE of Cacalutla, Mexico M5.3 136 km
Mar 27, 2009 17 km NNE of San Luis San Pedro, Mexico M5.3 148 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 124 km
Apr 5, 2013 9 km E of Técpan de Galeana, Mexico M5.3 141 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 4 128 km
2024 John Category 3 100 km
2023 Otis Category 5 86 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 274 km
2021 Rick Category 2 245 km
2017 Max Category 1 184 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 227 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 266 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 263 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 133 km
1996 Alma Category 2 289 km
1996 Boris Category 1 194 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 160 km
1984 Odile Category 2 227 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 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 111 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 137 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 111 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 135 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 112 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (102 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 102 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 114 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 144 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 148 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 154 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
May 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 8.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 8.7 in Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 8.4 in
September 73°F (23°C) 7.9 in
October 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in

Apipilulco has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 69°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.7") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Apipilulco

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Apipilulco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Cocula, Gro
Mercado Municipal de Teloloapan

Airports Near Apipilulco

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall 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 Apipilulco

What is the population of Apipilulco?

Apipilulco has a population of 2,344 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 301.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Apipilulco?

Apipilulco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches.

How is the job market in Apipilulco?

The job market in Apipilulco is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 75 business establishments in the area.

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