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El Mirador, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

El Mirador is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 511. Elevation: 6,129 ft (1,868 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

511 Population 3/sq mi density
6,129 ft Elevation 1,868 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
87.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population511
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain87.2 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation6,129 ft (1,868 m)
Population511
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation6,129 ft (1,868 m)
Coordinates17.2252°, -98.8757°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation87.2 inches (2,216 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Mirador

El Mirador is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 511. The city sits at an elevation of 6,129 feet (1,868 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: El Mirador vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Mirador has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 87.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,129 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,129 ft (1,868 m)
Area190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.2252°N, 98.8757°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.2"
130% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.42"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,942 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 58 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 107 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 134 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 122 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 55 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 149 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 77 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 78 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 124 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 141 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 78 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 110 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 107 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 121 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 148 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 143 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 64 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 47 km
2024 John Category 3 58 km
2023 Otis Category 5 114 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 288 km
2021 Rick Category 2 291 km
2017 Max Category 1 59 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 204 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 132 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 196 km
2010 Karl Category 3 288 km
2006 John Category 4 285 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 60 km
1997 Rick Category 2 183 km
1996 Boris Category 1 204 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 260 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 39 km
1984 Odile Category 2 215 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 77 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 90 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 59 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 119 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 122 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 84 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 77 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 99 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 58 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 66 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 108 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 107 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 58 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 144 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 119 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 119 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
February 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
May 74°F (23°C) 2.8 in
June 73°F (23°C) 9.9 in
July 74°F (23°C) 10.8 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 10.9 in
September 71°F (22°C) 11.4 in Wettest
October 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest

El Mirador has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 68°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.4") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near El Mirador

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Mirador

What is the population of El Mirador?

El Mirador has a population of 511 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Mirador?

El Mirador has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.2 inches.

How is the job market in El Mirador?

The job market in El Mirador is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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