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Chaucingo, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Chaucingo is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,252. Elevation: 2,749 ft (838 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,252 Population 2/sq mi density
2,749 ft Elevation 838 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,252
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation2,749 ft (838 m)
Population1,252
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,749 ft (838 m)
Coordinates18.3004°, -99.1154°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (866 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chaucingo

Chaucingo is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,252. The city sits at an elevation of 2,749 feet (838 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 40 business establishments.

Income: Chaucingo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)40

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chaucingo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 34.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,749 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,749 ft (838 m)
Area662.9 sq mi (1,717.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.3004°N, 99.1154°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

441 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 72 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 150 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 134 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 25 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 145 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 123 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 19 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 73 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 133 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 70 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 117 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 96 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 145 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 136 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 98 km
May 8, 1997 9 km S of Pueblo Viejo, Mexico M5.0 143 km
May 16, 2018 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M5.0 145 km
Aug 27, 1997 1 km NNW of El Limón, Mexico M5.0 146 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 27 km
Jul 19, 1993 4 km W of San Antonio del Rosario, Mexico M4.9 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 135 km
2024 John Category 3 133 km
2023 Otis Category 5 142 km
2021 Grace Category 3 286 km
2017 Max Category 1 179 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 270 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 238 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 295 km
2010 Karl Category 2 253 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 157 km
1996 Boris Category 1 249 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 156 km
1984 Odile Category 2 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 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 - 133 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 133 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (87 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 87 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 96 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 110 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 113 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 120 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 7.7 in
July 74°F (23°C) 7.6 in
August 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 7.3 in
October 76°F (25°C) 2.6 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Chaucingo has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Chaucingo

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA Z 105.5 (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - XHHE Radio / Grupo Radio Centro - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
105.5 La Z (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Chaucingo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública de Huitzuco0.0
Biblioteca Pública de Quetzalapa0.0

Airports Near Chaucingo

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo Atlixco-Small Airport
Aeródromo Chiconcuac-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Cuautla-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Taxco-Small Airport
Aeródromo Los Filos-Small Airport
Aeródromo Los Ojuelos-Small Airport
Aeródromo Santa Cruz-Small Airport
Aeródromo Zacacoyuca-Small Airport
Albatros Residencial Aéreo-Small Airport
Chilpancingo National Airport-Small Airport
Tenango Airport-Small Airport
Tequesquitengo Airport-Small Airport
Vista Hermosa Airfield-Small 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 Chaucingo

What is the population of Chaucingo?

Chaucingo has a population of 1,252 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 662.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chaucingo?

Chaucingo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.

How is the job market in Chaucingo?

The job market in Chaucingo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 40 business establishments in the area.

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