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Ciudad Altamirano, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Ciudad Altamirano is a small city in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 25,168. Elevation: 820 ft (250 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

25,168 Population 347/sq mi density
820 ft Elevation 250 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population25,168
Density347/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Population25,168
Population Density347 / sq mi
Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Coordinates18.3582°, -100.6697°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ciudad Altamirano

Ciudad Altamirano is a small city in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 25,168. The city sits at an elevation of 820 feet (250 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 805 business establishments.

Income: Ciudad Altamirano vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)805

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Ciudad Altamirano

Ciudad Altamirano has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (29.9°C), the coldest is Dec (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 815 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 15.6° / 35.5° 1.5
Feb 25.9°C / 79°F 15.9° / 37.4° 4.4
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 17.8° / 39.1° 2.7
Apr 29.3°C / 85°F 18.7° / 40.7° 5.6
May 29.9°C / 86°F 20° / 40.7° 25.1
Jun 28.1°C / 83°F 20.8° / 39.6° 113.2
Jul 26.4°C / 80°F 20.7° / 35.3° 171.7
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 20.3° / 32.5° 192.3
Sep 25°C / 77°F 20° / 32.2° 189.2
Oct 24.8°C / 77°F 18.4° / 31.7° 94.7
Nov 25.1°C / 77°F 17.1° / 34° 12.4
Dec 24.6°C / 76°F 15.5° / 34.2° 2.1
Ciudad Altamirano has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 820 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.6°F
55% above Mexico avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area72.4 sq mi (187.6 km²)
Population Density347/sq mi
Coordinates18.3582°N, 100.6697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,091 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 112 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 90 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 105 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 79 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 125 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 26 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 92 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 118 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 30 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 59 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 122 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 128 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 128 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 139 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 82 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 78 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 45 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 125 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 120 km
Apr 23, 1996 30 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.6 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 202 km
2024 John Category 3 149 km
2023 Otis Category 5 83 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 211 km
2021 Rick Category 2 150 km
2017 Max Category 1 223 km
2015 Marty Category 1 254 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 218 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 254 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 263 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 288 km
2009 Andres Category 1 278 km
2006 John Category 4 269 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 183 km
1996 Alma Category 2 187 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 237 km
1996 Boris Category 1 122 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 245 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 245 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 240 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 88 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 120 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 112 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (124 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 124 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 127 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.1 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 7.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 9.3 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Coldest

Ciudad Altamirano has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 79°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.3") and February the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Ciudad Altamirano

Institution Type Founded Website
Centro de Bachillerato Tecnológico agropecuario 288 College
Unidad Académica Prepatatoria 37 College
Universidad Vicente Guerrero University

Schools in Ciudad Altamirano

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
UNIDAD ACADEMICA NO. 8
Instituto Tecnologico de Cd. Altamirano
Centro de Bachillerato Tecnologico Agropecuario No. 18
Escuela Primaria Redención Proletaria
Secundaria Federal José Inocente Lugo
Secundaria Pablo Neruda
Escuela Primaria Justo Sierra
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica Industrial No. 3
UAG 8
Colegio Tepeyac
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Radio Stations near Ciudad Altamirano

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ciudad Altamirano

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
fosiles

Libraries in Ciudad Altamirano

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Ciudad Altamirano

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Plaza
Mercado del Oro
Merza Antonio Castillo

Hotels in Ciudad Altamirano

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Aries
Hotel EL ENCANTO
Hotel Esperanza
Hotel María Borja
Hotel París
Hotel Plaza

Restaurants in Ciudad Altamirano

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comida China
Pizza "Vaquero Burguer"
Pizza Hott
Pizzeria Jessy
Raíz Bistro Restaurante
Restaurant La Ofelia

Cinemas in Ciudad Altamirano

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AntiguoCinema Gemelos
Cinema GEMELOS

Theatres in Ciudad Altamirano

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Teatro
Teatro Comunale Independencia

Monuments in Ciudad Altamirano

4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estatua de Iguana
Glorieta Las Americas
Monumento a la Independencia
Monumento a Lázaro Cárdenas

Clinics in Ciudad Altamirano

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro Medico Quirurgico
ISSSTE CD. ALTAMIRANO
Sanatorio y Maternidad de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro

Dentists in Ciudad Altamirano

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dental Laser Odontologia

Veterinaries in Ciudad Altamirano

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Veterinaria del Ganadero

Bus Stations in Ciudad Altamirano

5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central De Autobuses COSTA LINE
Estación Guerrero-Michoacan
Terminal de Autobuses Estrella Blanca
Terminal Estrella Blanca
Terminal Zinancatepec

Gas Stations in Ciudad Altamirano

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex
Pemex

Banks in Ciudad Altamirano

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banamex
Banco Azteca
Bancomer
Compartamos Banco
Santander

Shopping Malls in Ciudad Altamirano

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SuperISSSTE

Gyms in Ciudad Altamirano

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GYM DRAGONES

Breweries in Ciudad Altamirano

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervezas Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma

Airports Near Ciudad Altamirano

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ciudad Altamirano

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correos de México

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ciudad Altamirano

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Adventistas del Séptimo dia
Altar a la Virgen de Guadalupe
Capilla de La Virgen de Guadalupe
Capilla de La Virgen de Guadalupe
Capilla San Judas Tadeo
CASA EPISCOPAL
Catedral de Pungarabato
CRUZ CERRO CHUPERIO
DIOCESIS DE CD. ALTAMIRANO
Iglesia Evangelica
Templo del Señor de Esquipulas
Templo Expiatorio
Templo Salen

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 Ciudad Altamirano

What is the population of Ciudad Altamirano?

Ciudad Altamirano has a population of 25,168 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 347 people per square mile, spread across 72.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ciudad Altamirano?

Ciudad Altamirano has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in Ciudad Altamirano?

The job market in Ciudad Altamirano is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 805 business establishments in the area.

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