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Chiepetepec, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Chiepetepec is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,718. Elevation: 5,869 ft (1,789 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2,718 Population 20/sq mi density
5,869 ft Elevation 1,789 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,718
Density20/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation5,869 ft (1,789 m)
Population2,718
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation5,869 ft (1,789 m)
Coordinates17.5657°, -98.7336°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chiepetepec

Chiepetepec is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 2,718. The city sits at an elevation of 5,869 feet (1,789 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 87 business establishments.

Income: Chiepetepec vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)87

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chiepetepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°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 35.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,869 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,869 ft (1,789 m)
Area134.4 sq mi (348.1 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates17.5657°N, 98.7336°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.80"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,344 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 131 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 89 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 113 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 148 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 90 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 112 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 103 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 105 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 138 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 142 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 96 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 146 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 96 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 82 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 148 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 132 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 88 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 104 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 129 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 146 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 79 km
2024 John Category 3 95 km
2023 Otis Category 5 149 km
2017 Max Category 1 98 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 241 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 148 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 237 km
2010 Karl Category 3 252 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 100 km
1997 Rick Category 2 215 km
1996 Boris Category 1 242 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 299 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 79 km
1984 Odile Category 2 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

12 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 101 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 121 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 99 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 148 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 125 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 101 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 128 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 89 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 91 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 133 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 131 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (163 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 163 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 174 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 180 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
May 74°F (24°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 9.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 9.7 in
September 70°F (21°C) 9.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Chiepetepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Chiepetepec

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Chiepetepec

What is the population of Chiepetepec?

Chiepetepec has a population of 2,718 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 134.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chiepetepec?

Chiepetepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.

How is the job market in Chiepetepec?

The job market in Chiepetepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 87 business establishments in the area.

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