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Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco), Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco) is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,311. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,311 Population 6/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
39.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,311
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population1,311
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates17.1261°, -100.4550°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation39.7 inches (1,008 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco)

Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco) is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,311. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 42 business establishments.

Income: Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco) vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area225.5 sq mi (583.9 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.1261°N, 100.4550°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.7"
4% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.04"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,628 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 24, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 63 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 46 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 76 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 149 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 33 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 116 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 105 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 99 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 136 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 31 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 34 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 39 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 50 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 85 km
Jul 25, 1991 61 km SW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.8 103 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 108 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 86 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 97 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 142 km
Apr 23, 1996 30 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.6 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 123 km
2024 John Category 3 72 km
2023 Otis Category 5 39 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 148 km
2022 Bonnie Category 3 296 km
2021 Rick Category 2 127 km
2017 Max Category 1 85 km
2015 Marty Category 1 188 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 85 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 170 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 281 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 131 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 259 km
2009 Andres Category 1 251 km
2006 John Category 4 182 km
2001 Adolph Category 4 281 km
2000 Carlotta Category 3 281 km
1997 Rick Category 2 215 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 82 km
1996 Douglas Category 2 292 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 91 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 138 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 69 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 50 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 116 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 147 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 91 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 74 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 63 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 102 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 125 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 46 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 57 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 69 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 21 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 69 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 80°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
May 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
June 83°F (28°C) 8.0 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 4.1 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in

Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco) has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.0") and March the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco)

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Atoyac AirstripSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall Airport
Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González)Small Airport
Las Bodas 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 Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco)

What is the population of Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco)?

Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco) has a population of 1,311 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 225.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco)?

Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches.

How is the job market in Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco)?

The job market in Arenal de Álvarez (Arenal de Paco) is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 42 business establishments in the area.

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