El Escondido, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
El Escondido is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,290. Elevation: 1,207 ft (368 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,290 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,207 ft (368 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2207°, -100.3121° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.7 inches (1,085 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Escondido
El Escondido is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,290. The city sits at an elevation of 1,207 feet (368 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,207 ft (368 m) |
| Area | 944.4 sq mi (2,446.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2207°N, 100.3121°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 136 km |
| 1907 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 8 | 140 km |
| 1979 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 5 | 112 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | - | 149 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 136 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 149 km |
| 2014 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 115 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 142 km |
| 2002 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 149 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 111 km |
| 1845 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (115 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 115 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 131 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 157 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 87°F (31°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 8.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in |
El Escondido has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 76°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.6") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near El Escondido
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero | 91.9 fm, altamix | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México | 91.3 fm, amatepec | MP3 128 kbps |
Airports Near El Escondido
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo de Taxco | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Los Filos | - | Small Airport |
| Huetamo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Escondido?
El Escondido has a population of 1,290 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 944.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Escondido?
El Escondido has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches.
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