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Copala, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Copala is a small city in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 6,619. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,619 Population 43/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
54.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Copala

Copala is a city and the seat of the municipality of Copala, in the southern Mexican state of Guerrero.

People

Population6,619
Density43/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Population6,619
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates16.6077°, -98.9782°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation54.0 inches (1,371 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Copala

Copala is a small city in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 6,619. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 212 business establishments.

Income: Copala vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)212

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Copala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area152.6 sq mi (395.1 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates16.6077°N, 98.9782°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.0"
42% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.20"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,463 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 45 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 81 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 109 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 120 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 87 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 32 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 130 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 63 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 124 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 63 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 75 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 57 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 60 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 51 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 119 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 138 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 125 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 69 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 93 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 23 km
2024 John Category 3 8 km
2023 Otis Category 5 88 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 243 km
2021 Rick Category 2 262 km
2017 Max Category 1 13 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 156 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 116 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 131 km
2006 John Category 4 219 km
2001 Adolph Category 4 293 km
2000 Carlotta Category 1 268 km
1998 Lester Category 2 262 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 11 km
1997 Rick Category 2 119 km
1996 Douglas Category 2 287 km
1996 Boris Category 1 152 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 203 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 13 km
1984 Odile Category 2 185 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

17 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 - 93 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 52 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m - 32 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m - 101 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 117 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 18 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 93 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 94 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 45 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 86 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m - 82 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 81 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m - 120 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 48 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake - 18 132 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake - - 101 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake - - 101 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
May 83°F (28°C) 1.9 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 12.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 10.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 12.2 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Copala has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.2") and March the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Copala

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla - - - -
Escuela Secundaria General Otilio Montaño - - - -
Escuela Primaria Lazaro Cardenas de la Federación - - - -
Escuela Primaria Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla - - - -
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Radio Stations near Copala

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ORBITA DIGITAL 106.1 (Juchitán) - 106.1 FM - XHGCY-FM - Guna Caa Yuni Xhiña, A.C. - Juchitán, Oaxaca 106.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Farmers Markets in Copala

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado municipal

Hotels in Copala

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel El Buzo
Hotel La Tortuguita

Breweries in Copala

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Corona

Airports Near Copala

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De Soto-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Copala

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia San Juan Bautista

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 Copala

What is the population of Copala?

Copala has a population of 6,619 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 152.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Copala?

Copala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.0 inches.

How is the job market in Copala?

The job market in Copala is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 212 business establishments in the area.

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