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El Balzamar, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

El Balzamar is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 793. Elevation: 6,854 ft (2,089 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

793 Population 2/sq mi density
6,854 ft Elevation 2,089 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
46.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population793
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation6,854 ft (2,089 m)
Population793
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,854 ft (2,089 m)
Coordinates17.5744°, -99.8092°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation46.0 inches (1,169 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Balzamar

El Balzamar is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 793. The city sits at an elevation of 6,854 feet (2,089 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: El Balzamar vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Balzamar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,854 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,854 ft (2,089 m)
Area339.0 sq mi (878.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.5744°N, 99.8092°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.0"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,338 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 24, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 125 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 130 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 123 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 148 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 106 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 100 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 84 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 105 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 51 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 102 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 114 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 133 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 62 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 91 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 72 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 49 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 146 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 98 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 90 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 76 km
2024 John Category 3 31 km
2023 Otis Category 5 52 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 228 km
2021 Rick Category 2 209 km
2017 Max Category 1 120 km
2015 Marty Category 1 271 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 161 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 255 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 236 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 193 km
2006 John Category 4 265 km
1997 Rick Category 2 240 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 65 km
1996 Alma Category 2 278 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 275 km
1996 Boris Category 1 147 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 235 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 114 km
1986 Agatha Category 1 276 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

15 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
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 108 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 87 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 67 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 141 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 47 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 66 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 125 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 53 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 92 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 130 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 118 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 87 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 106 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (171 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 171 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
May 72°F (22°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 8.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 9.3 in
August 69°F (21°C) 9.0 in
September 69°F (20°C) 9.4 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
November 67°F (19°C) 1.2 in
December 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in

El Balzamar has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 65°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.4") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near El Balzamar

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 El Balzamar

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Atoyac AirstripSmall 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 Balzamar

What is the population of El Balzamar?

El Balzamar has a population of 793 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 339.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Balzamar?

El Balzamar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches.

How is the job market in El Balzamar?

The job market in El Balzamar is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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