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Atlixtac, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Atlixtac is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,352. Elevation: 5,509 ft (1,679 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3,352 Population 7/sq mi density
5,509 ft Elevation 1,679 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Atlixtac

Atlixtac is a city and seat of the municipality of Atlixtac, in the state of Guerrero, southern Mexico.

People

Population3,352
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation5,509 ft (1,679 m)
Population3,352
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation5,509 ft (1,679 m)
Coordinates17.5631°, -98.9342°
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 Atlixtac

Atlixtac is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 3,352. The city sits at an elevation of 5,509 feet (1,679 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 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 107 business establishments.

Income: Atlixtac vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)107

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Atlixtac 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 5,509 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

Elevation5,509 ft (1,679 m)
Area459.5 sq mi (1,190.2 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates17.5631°N, 98.9342°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.84"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,820 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 94 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 141 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 119 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 93 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 97 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 112 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 145 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 137 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 113 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 146 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 127 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 95 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 72 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 80 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 103 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 143 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 93 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 79 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 65 km
2024 John Category 3 83 km
2023 Otis Category 5 130 km
2021 Rick Category 2 296 km
2017 Max Category 1 96 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 225 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 161 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 227 km
2010 Karl Category 3 270 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 96 km
1997 Rick Category 2 221 km
1996 Boris Category 1 225 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 287 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 74 km
1984 Odile Category 2 228 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 81 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 127 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 89 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 133 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 129 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 120 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 81 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 110 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 94 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 72 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 142 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 141 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 83 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 133 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (166 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 166 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 170 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 182 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 193 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in
May 75°F (24°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 9.2 in
July 64°F (18°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 9.7 in
September 71°F (22°C) 9.5 in
October 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.2 in

Atlixtac has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Farmers Markets in Atlixtac

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Chilapa de Alvarez

Stadiums & Teams in Atlixtac

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Airports Near Atlixtac

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
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 Atlixtac

What is the population of Atlixtac?

Atlixtac has a population of 3,352 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 459.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Atlixtac?

Atlixtac 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 Atlixtac?

The unemployment rate in Atlixtac is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 107 business establishments in the area.

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