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Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Cuanacaxtitlán is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,122. Elevation: 1,552 ft (473 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3,122 Population 18/sq mi density
1,552 ft Elevation 473 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population3,122
Density18/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation1,552 ft (473 m)
Population3,122
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation1,552 ft (473 m)
Coordinates16.7995°, -98.6399°
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 Cuanacaxtitlán

Cuanacaxtitlán is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 3,122. The city sits at an elevation of 1,552 feet (473 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 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 100 business establishments.

Income: Cuanacaxtitlán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cuanacaxtitlán 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 1,552 feet.

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

Elevation1,552 ft (473 m)
Area176.4 sq mi (457.0 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates16.7995°N, 98.6399°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.55"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,769 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 5 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 55 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 84 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 110 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 69 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 10 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 102 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 92 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 107 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 28 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 57 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 80 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 57 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 28 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 147 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 99 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 112 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 90 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 90 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 28 km
2024 John Category 3 36 km
2023 Otis Category 5 124 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 235 km
2017 Max Category 1 30 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 198 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 86 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 166 km
2006 John Category 3 257 km
1998 Lester Category 2 278 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 40 km
1997 Rick Category 2 131 km
1996 Boris Category 1 194 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 244 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 40 km
1984 Odile Category 2 224 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 111 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 37 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 60 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 134 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 146 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 59 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 111 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 122 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 5 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 102 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 57 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 55 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 110 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 72 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 101 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 134 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
May 82°F (28°C) 3.1 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 15.5 in
July 73°F (23°C) 13.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 14.4 in
September 79°F (26°C) 15.6 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
November 78°F (25°C) 1.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in

Cuanacaxtitlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 70°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.6") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Cuanacaxtitlán

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 Cuanacaxtitlán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Gastronomico
Mercado Municipal

Breweries in Cuanacaxtitlán

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Corona

Airports Near Cuanacaxtitlán

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall 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 Cuanacaxtitlán

What is the population of Cuanacaxtitlán?

Cuanacaxtitlán has a population of 3,122 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 176.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cuanacaxtitlán?

Cuanacaxtitlán 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 Cuanacaxtitlán?

The job market in Cuanacaxtitlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 100 business establishments in the area.

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