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El Capire, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

El Capire is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 521. Elevation: 3,957 ft (1,206 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

521 Population 1/sq mi density
3,957 ft Elevation 1,206 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population521
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation3,957 ft (1,206 m)
Population521
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,957 ft (1,206 m)
Coordinates18.3348°, -99.9355°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,160 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Capire

El Capire is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 521. The city sits at an elevation of 3,957 feet (1,206 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: El Capire vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Capire has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,957 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,957 ft (1,206 m)
Area632.4 sq mi (1,637.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.3348°N, 99.9355°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.45"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

855 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 136 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 149 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 65 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 47 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 145 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 135 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 118 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 144 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 108 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 80 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 60 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 122 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 141 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 49 km
Jul 18, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 136 km
Apr 5, 2013 9 km E of Técpan de Galeana, Mexico M5.3 139 km
Apr 13, 2007 4 km ENE of Cacalutla, Mexico M5.3 139 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 123 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 139 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 126 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 4 153 km
2024 John Category 3 116 km
2023 Otis Category 5 80 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 261 km
2021 Rick Category 2 223 km
2017 Max Category 1 206 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 230 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 300 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 297 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 274 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 151 km
1996 Alma Category 2 263 km
1996 Boris Category 1 185 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 297 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 188 km
1984 Odile Category 2 228 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 131 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 149 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 131 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 134 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (88 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 88 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 119 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 123 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 158 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 165 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 169 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
April 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
May 76°F (25°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 9.5 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 9.2 in
August 71°F (22°C) 9.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 9.0 in
October 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.2 in

El Capire has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.5") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near El Capire

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in El Capire

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Santa María de la Asunción

Farmers Markets in El Capire

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Teloloapan

Airports Near El Capire

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall 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 Capire

What is the population of El Capire?

El Capire has a population of 521 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 632.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Capire?

El Capire has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches.

How is the job market in El Capire?

The job market in El Capire is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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