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Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Cuajinicuilapa is a small city in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 10,282. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Cuajinicuilapa
Cuajinicuilapa is the head town of the municipality of the same name in the Costa Chica region of the Mexican state of Guerrero. A low-lying area, it borders the Pacific Ocean and the state of Oaxaca. The municipality has the state's largest population of Afro-Mexicans with most of the population of this ethnicity. The town and municipality are highly socioeconomically marginalized and it is the poorest municipality of the state, with the economy dependent on livestock and fishing.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 10,282 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.4735°, -98.4139° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.6 inches (1,692 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cuajinicuilapa
Cuajinicuilapa is a small city in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 10,282. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cuajinicuilapa vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 329 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cuajinicuilapa
Cuajinicuilapa has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (28.5°C), the coldest is Dec (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1332 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.1°F |
| 50% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 330.9 sq mi (857.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.4735°N, 98.4139°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 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 | — | 150 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 10 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | — | 91 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 73 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 150 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 39 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 141 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 21 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 20 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 66 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 106 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 10.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 11.4 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in |
Cuajinicuilapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in February to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.2") and March the driest (0.1").
Schools in Cuajinicuilapa
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Universidad de los Pueblos del Sur | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Silvino Añorve Dávila | — | — | — | — |
| Esc. Prim. Vicente Guerrero | — | — | — | — |
| Esc. Secundaria Federal Adolfo Lopez Mateos Vespertino | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cuajinicuilapa
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 |
Hotels in Cuajinicuilapa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cuajinicuilapa
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cuajinicuilapa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Ta Lo De Soto | — | Small Airport |
| Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pinotepa Nacional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose del Progreso Airport. | — | Small Airport |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cuajinicuilapa
What is the population of Cuajinicuilapa?
Cuajinicuilapa has a population of 10,282 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 330.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cuajinicuilapa?
Cuajinicuilapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 66.6 inches.
How is the job market in Cuajinicuilapa?
Cuajinicuilapa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 329 business establishments in the area.