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Cuyuxtlahuaca, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Cuyuxtlahuaca is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,480. Elevation: 5,558 ft (1,694 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,480 Population 4/sq mi density
5,558 ft Elevation 1,694 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,480
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation5,558 ft (1,694 m)
Population1,480
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,558 ft (1,694 m)
Coordinates17.4821°, -98.3446°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cuyuxtlahuaca

Cuyuxtlahuaca is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,480. The city sits at an elevation of 5,558 feet (1,694 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 47 business establishments.

Income: Cuyuxtlahuaca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cuyuxtlahuaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 35.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,558 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,558 ft (1,694 m)
Area399.5 sq mi (1,034.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates17.4821°N, 98.3446°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.98"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,336 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 83 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 111 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 128 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 120 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 139 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 129 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 90 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 135 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 140 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 87 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 121 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 90 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 136 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 138 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 148 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 120 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 127 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 146 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 131 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 118 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 96 km
2024 John Category 3 115 km
2023 Otis Category 5 178 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 272 km
2017 Max Category 1 105 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 266 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 119 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 248 km
2010 Karl Category 3 227 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 111 km
1997 Rick Category 2 199 km
1996 Boris Category 1 265 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 95 km
1984 Odile Category 2 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 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 137 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 111 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 118 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 136 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 137 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 83 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 127 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 112 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 111 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 121 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (174 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 174 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 191 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
April 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 8.5 in
July 66°F (19°C) 9.0 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 8.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 8.5 in
October 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest

Cuyuxtlahuaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.0") and December the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Cuyuxtlahuaca

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Cuyuxtlahuaca

What is the population of Cuyuxtlahuaca?

Cuyuxtlahuaca has a population of 1,480 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 399.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cuyuxtlahuaca?

Cuyuxtlahuaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.

How is the job market in Cuyuxtlahuaca?

The unemployment rate in Cuyuxtlahuaca is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 47 business establishments in the area.

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