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Copalillo, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Copalillo is a small city in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 6,910. Elevation: 2,907 ft (886 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,910 Population 20/sq mi density
2,907 ft Elevation 886 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
36.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Copalillo

Copalillo is a city and seat of the municipality of Copalillo, in the state of Guerrero, southern Mexico.

People

Population6,910
Density20/mi²

Economy

Unemployment5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation2,907 ft (886 m)
Population6,910
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation2,907 ft (886 m)
Coordinates18.0343°, -99.0412°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation36.9 inches (936 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Copalillo

Copalillo is a small city in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 6,910. The city sits at an elevation of 2,907 feet (886 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 36.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 221 business establishments.

Income: Copalillo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)221

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Copalillo 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 269 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 36.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,907 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,907 ft (886 m)
Area340.6 sq mi (882.2 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates18.0343°N, 99.0412°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.9"
3% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 147 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 82 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 146 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 137 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 146 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 147 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 44 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 150 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 121 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 22 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 146 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 62 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 141 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 139 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 56 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 138 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 114 km
Jan 13, 1990 5 km N of El Cortés, Mexico M5.3 143 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 107 km
2024 John Category 3 115 km
2023 Otis Category 5 138 km
2017 Max Category 1 149 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 253 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 209 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 272 km
2010 Karl Category 3 255 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 135 km
1997 Rick Category 2 275 km
1996 Boris Category 1 242 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 126 km
1984 Odile Category 2 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 - 110 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m - 138 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 110 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 140 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 147 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 105 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (117 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 117 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 119 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 134 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 141 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 146 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
May 84°F (29°C) 2.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 7.7 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 7.3 in
August 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in
September 78°F (25°C) 7.3 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
December 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in

Copalillo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 74°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.7") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Copalillo

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
DSS RADIO 107.9 (Chilpancingo) - 107.9 FM - XHSCAS-FM - Digital con Sentido Social 106.3, A.C. - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 107.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
W RADIO 105.1 (Chilpancingo) - 105.1 FM - XHEZUM-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 105.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Copalillo

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Chiconcuac-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Cuautla-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Taxco-Small Airport
Aeródromo Los Filos-Small Airport
Aeródromo Santa Cruz-Small Airport
Aeródromo Zacacoyuca-Small Airport
Albatros Residencial Aéreo-Small Airport
Chilpancingo National Airport-Small Airport
Tenango Airport-Small Airport
Tequesquitengo Airport-Small Airport
Vista Hermosa Airfield-Small 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 Copalillo

What is the population of Copalillo?

Copalillo has a population of 6,910 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 340.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Copalillo?

Copalillo 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 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches.

How is the job market in Copalillo?

The unemployment rate in Copalillo is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 221 business establishments in the area.

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