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Cocula, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Cocula is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 4,310. Elevation: 2,021 ft (616 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

4,310 Population 14/sq mi density
2,021 ft Elevation 616 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
40.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Cocula

Cocula is a town in the Mexican state of Guerrero.
It is the municipal seat for Cocula Municipality, Guerrero.

People

Population4,310
Density14/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation2,021 ft (616 m)
Population4,310
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation2,021 ft (616 m)
Coordinates18.2412°, -99.6620°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation40.7 inches (1,034 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cocula

Cocula is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 4,310. The city sits at an elevation of 2,021 feet (616 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 138 business establishments.

Income: Cocula vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cocula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 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 40.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,021 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,021 ft (616 m)
Area301.4 sq mi (780.7 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates18.2412°N, 99.6620°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 129 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 92 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 77 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 119 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 81 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 138 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 136 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 49 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 70 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 128 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 75 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 124 km
Apr 13, 2007 4 km ENE of Cacalutla, Mexico M5.3 141 km
Apr 5, 2013 9 km E of Técpan de Galeana, Mexico M5.3 146 km
Jul 5, 1998 1 km WSW of Bajos del Ejido, Mexico M5.3 147 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 130 km
Jan 30, 2020 1 km W of El Conchero, Mexico M5.2 149 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 131 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 116 km
Mar 6, 2001 7 km E of Las Compuertas, Mexico M5.1 121 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 4 133 km
2024 John Category 3 106 km
2023 Otis Category 5 90 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 278 km
2021 Rick Category 2 247 km
2017 Max Category 1 189 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 233 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 269 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 269 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 138 km
1996 Alma Category 2 291 km
1996 Boris Category 1 198 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 165 km
1984 Odile Category 2 233 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 116 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 143 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 116 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 141 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (97 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 97 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 109 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 140 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 143 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 150 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 156 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in
May 85°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
August 78°F (26°C) 8.5 in
September 78°F (25°C) 8.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Cocula has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 74°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.5") and February the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Cocula

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Secundaria Justo Sierra
Escuela Primaria Niños Heroes
Escuela Secundaria Técnica mi Patria es Primero
Preparatoria No.28
Escuela Primaria Ignacio Ramirez
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Radio Stations near Cocula

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Cocula

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura (Antigua Estacion Buenavista de Cuéllar)

Farmers Markets in Cocula

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Cocula, Gro
Mercado Municipal de Teloloapan

Gas Stations in Cocula

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ESTACION DE SERVICIO COCULA GUERRERO SA DE CV

Banks in Cocula

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco del Bienestar

Airports Near Cocula

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cocula

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia de la Inmaculada Concepción de Maria

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 Cocula

What is the population of Cocula?

Cocula has a population of 4,310 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 301.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cocula?

Cocula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches.

How is the job market in Cocula?

The job market in Cocula is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 138 business establishments in the area.

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