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El Amatal, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

El Amatal is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 573. Elevation: 1,152 ft (351 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

573 Population 1/sq mi density
1,152 ft Elevation 351 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population573
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Population573
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Coordinates16.8775°, -99.3122°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,072 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Amatal

El Amatal is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 573. The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet (351 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 42.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: El Amatal vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Amatal 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 352 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 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Area484.4 sq mi (1,254.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates16.8775°N, 99.3122°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.82"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,329 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 123 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 77 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 132 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 65 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 20 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 100 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 97 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 105 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 98 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 119 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 99 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 75 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 140 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 141 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 143 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 22 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 75 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 57 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 25 km
2024 John Category 3 3 km
2023 Otis Category 5 56 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 265 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 288 km
2021 Rick Category 2 235 km
2017 Max Category 1 33 km
2015 Marty Category 1 300 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 144 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 273 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 156 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 141 km
2006 John Category 4 229 km
2000 Carlotta Category 2 281 km
1998 Lester Category 2 298 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 39 km
1997 Rick Category 2 154 km
1996 Boris Category 1 144 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 201 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 33 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

16 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 47 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 96 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 15 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 63 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 74 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 48 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 47 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 50 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 77 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 41 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 125 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 123 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 3 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 63 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 138 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 63 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
February 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
May 82°F (28°C) 1.7 in
June 80°F (27°C) 13.8 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 10.6 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 12.6 in
September 79°F (26°C) 13.5 in
October 78°F (26°C) 6.3 in
November 78°F (25°C) 0.9 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Coldest

El Amatal has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in December to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.8") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near El Amatal

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W RADIO 101.5 (Acapulco) - 101.5 FM - XHBB-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero 101.5 fm, 1600 am MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in El Amatal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central Tecoanapa
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near El Amatal

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall Airport
Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González)Small Airport
Chilpancingo National 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 El Amatal

What is the population of El Amatal?

El Amatal has a population of 573 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 484.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Amatal?

El Amatal 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 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.

How is the job market in El Amatal?

The job market in El Amatal is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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