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El Paraíso, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

El Paraíso is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,656. Elevation: 2,598 ft (792 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,656 Population 6/sq mi density
2,598 ft Elevation 792 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
57.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population3,656
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation2,598 ft (792 m)
Population3,656
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation2,598 ft (792 m)
Coordinates17.3436°, -100.2281°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation57.2 inches (1,452 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Paraíso

El Paraíso is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 3,656. The city sits at an elevation of 2,598 feet (792 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 117 business establishments.

Income: El Paraíso vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)117

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Paraíso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,598 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.2°F
34% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,598 ft (792 m)
Area648.4 sq mi (1,679.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.3436°N, 100.2281°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.2"
50% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.44"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,621 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 79 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 83 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 79 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 56 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 97 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 93 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 113 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 115 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 6 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 64 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 52 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 109 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 41 km
Jul 25, 1991 61 km SW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.8 134 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 141 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 56 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 90 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 116 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 136 km
Apr 23, 1996 30 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.6 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 102 km
2024 John Category 3 46 km
2023 Otis Category 5 21 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 178 km
2021 Rick Category 2 158 km
2017 Max Category 1 105 km
2015 Marty Category 1 220 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 116 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 204 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 265 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 161 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 289 km
2009 Andres Category 1 278 km
2006 John Category 4 217 km
1997 Rick Category 2 232 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 68 km
1996 Alma Category 2 241 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 226 km
1996 Boris Category 1 97 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 190 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 69 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 125 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 70 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 45 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 123 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 69 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 63 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 79 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 79 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 110 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 79 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 73 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 70 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 55 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 70 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 10.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 11.0 in
August 73°F (23°C) 10.8 in
September 73°F (23°C) 12.4 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in

El Paraíso has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 69°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.4") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in El Paraíso

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Refugio Temporal Preparatoria Nro 45 Prof. Lucio Cabañas Barrientos
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Radio Stations near El Paraíso

9 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
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

Farmers Markets in El Paraíso

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Del Pueblo

Airports Near El Paraíso

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Atoyac AirstripSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall Airport
Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González)Small Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport
Las Bodas 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 Paraíso

What is the population of El Paraíso?

El Paraíso has a population of 3,656 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 648.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Paraíso?

El Paraíso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches.

How is the job market in El Paraíso?

The job market in El Paraíso is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 117 business establishments in the area.

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