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Cochoapa el Grande, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Cochoapa el Grande is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,610. Elevation: 6,617 ft (2,017 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,610 Population 14/sq mi density
6,617 ft Elevation 2,017 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,610
Density14/mi²

Economy

Unemployment40.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation6,617 ft (2,017 m)
Population2,610
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation6,617 ft (2,017 m)
Coordinates17.1928°, -98.4559°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cochoapa el Grande

Cochoapa el Grande is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 2,610. The city sits at an elevation of 6,617 feet (2,017 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 40.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 84 business establishments.

Income: Cochoapa el Grande vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment40.8%
1033% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)84

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cochoapa el Grande has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,617 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,617 ft (2,017 m)
Area190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates17.1928°N, 98.4559°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,235 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 81 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 48 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 103 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 141 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 99 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 56 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 114 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 132 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 116 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 55 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 58 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 103 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 128 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 90 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 127 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 144 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 115 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 107 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 115 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 133 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 64 km
2024 John Category 3 81 km
2023 Otis Category 5 153 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 258 km
2017 Max Category 1 72 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 237 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 97 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 214 km
2010 Karl Category 3 258 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 80 km
1997 Rick Category 2 168 km
1996 Boris Category 1 235 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 288 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 66 km
1984 Odile Category 2 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

13 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 122 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 77 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 90 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 103 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 122 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 142 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 48 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 111 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 83 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 81 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 141 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 96 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 107 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
February 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
March 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
June 67°F (20°C) 9.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 9.4 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 9.6 in Wettest
September 65°F (19°C) 9.4 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Cochoapa el Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 61°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.6") and March the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near Cochoapa el Grande

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall 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 Cochoapa el Grande

What is the population of Cochoapa el Grande?

Cochoapa el Grande has a population of 2,610 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cochoapa el Grande?

Cochoapa el Grande 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 73°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

How is the job market in Cochoapa el Grande?

The job market in Cochoapa el Grande faces challenges, with unemployment at 40.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 84 business establishments in the area.

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