Barranca Pobre, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Barranca Pobre is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 715. Elevation: 5,446 ft (1,660 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 715 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,446 ft (1,660 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.2497°, -98.8820° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.2 inches (2,216 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Barranca Pobre
Barranca Pobre is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 715. The city sits at an elevation of 5,446 feet (1,660 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,446 ft (1,660 m) |
| Area | 190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.2497°N, 98.8820°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 77 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 93 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 60 km |
| 1732 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 119 km |
| 1907 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 8 | 122 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 87 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 77 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 99 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 61 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 66 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 111 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 109 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 59 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 146 km |
| 1868 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 119 km |
| 1833 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (199 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 9.9 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 10.9 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 11.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Barranca Pobre has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 68°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.4") and March the driest (0.2").
Airports Near Barranca Pobre
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | - | Small Airport |
| Chilpancingo National Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Barranca Pobre?
Barranca Pobre has a population of 715 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barranca Pobre?
Barranca Pobre 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. Annual rainfall totals 87.2 inches.
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