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El Cantón, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
El Cantón is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 503. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 503 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8942°, -99.5974° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.2 inches (1,072 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Cantón
El Cantón is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 503. The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet (177 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.
Income: El Cantón vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Area | 865.1 sq mi (2,240.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8942°N, 99.5974°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 34 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 125 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 44 km |
| 1732 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 34 km |
| 1907 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 8 | 44 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 69 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 34 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 21 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 107 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 36 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 31 km |
| 2002 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 135 km |
| 1868 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 34 km |
| 1845 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 107 km |
| 1833 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 34 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 11.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in |
El Cantón has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.3") and March the driest (0.1").
Schools in El Cantón
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Telesecundaria "Nicolás Bravo" | - | - | - | - |
| Preescolar Capitan Rafael García Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Preescolar Ignacio Zaragoza | - | - | - | - |
| Ruben Mora | - | - | - | - |
| Plan De Iguala | - | - | - | - |
| Guadalupe Victoria | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near El Cantón
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 98.5 (Acapulco) - 98.5 FM - XHMAR-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero | 710 am, 98.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BUENISIIMA 103.9 (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero | 103.9 fm, acapulco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BUENISIIMA (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero | 103.9 fm, acapulco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 99.3 (Acapulco) - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero | 99.3 fm, acapulco | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| LA BESTIA GRUPERA 95.3 (Acapulco) - 95.3 FM - XHEVP-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero | 95.3 fm, acapulco | AAC+ 24 kbps | |
| 93.7 La Poderosa (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero | 93.7 fm, entretenimiento | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 101.5 (Acapulco) - 101.5 FM - XHBB-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero | 101.5 fm, 1600 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Acapulco - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero | 99.3 fm, acapulco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FM Globo (US) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA PODEROSA 93.7 (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero | 93.7 fm, entretenimiento | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Libraries in El Cantón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública 338 Juan Álvarez Hurtado | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de información | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Cantón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central De Abastos | |||||
| Central De Abastos | |||||
| Dulcerama | |||||
| Juan N. Alvarez Num. 2 | |||||
| Lacteos Y Embutidos La Popular | |||||
| Mercadito | |||||
| Mercado "José López Portillo" | |||||
| Mercado "Juan M. Alvarez" | |||||
| Mercado "Nicolás Bravo" | |||||
| Mercado "Nicolás Bravo" | |||||
| Mercado "Nicolás Bravo" | |||||
| Mercado 16 de Septiembre | |||||
| Mercado Arroyo Seco | |||||
| Mercado Bicentenario | |||||
| Mercado de la 8 | |||||
| Mercado Icacos | |||||
| Mercado La Zapata | |||||
| Mercado La Zapata | |||||
| Mercado La Zapata | |||||
| Mercado las Cruces Juan R. Escudero | |||||
| Mercado Libertadores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Unidad Vacacional | |||||
| Mercado Xaltianguis | |||||
| Pollo y Huevo | |||||
| Sukarne | |||||
| Tianguis 2000 A.C. | |||||
| Tienda De Ultramarinos | |||||
| Vacacional |
Clinics in El Cantón
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near El Cantón
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport | ACA | Large Airport |
| Base Aeronaval Acapulco | - | Small Airport |
| Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González) | - | Small Airport |
| Chilpancingo National Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Cantón
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AA | ||
| Centro de Salud Puerto Márquez | ||
| Unidad de Medicina Familiar #26 Lic. Carlos Galvez Betancourt |
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What is the population of El Cantón?
El Cantón has a population of 503 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 865.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Cantón?
El Cantón 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 Cantón?
The job market in El Cantón is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.