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El Polvorín, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

El Polvorín is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,415. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1,415 Population 10/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
59.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,415
Density10/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population1,415
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates16.5783°, -98.8014°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation59.8 inches (1,520 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Polvorín

El Polvorín is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,415. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 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 59.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 45 business establishments.

Income: El Polvorín vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)45

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Polvorín has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area143.1 sq mi (370.7 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates16.5783°N, 98.8014°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.8"
57% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.15"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,130 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 31 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 62 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 90 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 103 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 68 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 22 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 111 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 106 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 81 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 45 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 53 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 56 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 37 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 42 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 119 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 106 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 137 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 72 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 78 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 27 km
2024 John Category 3 11 km
2023 Otis Category 5 107 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 230 km
2021 Rick Category 2 280 km
2017 Max Category 1 17 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 172 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 97 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 136 km
2006 John Category 3 227 km
2001 Adolph Category 4 300 km
2000 Carlotta Category 1 275 km
1998 Lester Category 2 255 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 25 km
1997 Rick Category 2 111 km
1996 Douglas Category 2 289 km
1996 Boris Category 1 167 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 215 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 32 km
1984 Odile Category 2 203 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

17 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 110 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 33 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 49 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 120 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 136 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 33 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 110 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 113 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 31 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 102 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 63 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 62 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 103 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 64 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 113 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 120 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 79°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) 2.2 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 13.2 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 10.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 12.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 13.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in

El Polvorín has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 59.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.2") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in El Polvorín

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Secundaria Técnica 35
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Radio Stations near El Polvorín

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ORBITA DIGITAL 106.1 (Juchitán) - 106.1 FM - XHGCY-FM - Guna Caa Yuni Xhiña, A.C. - Juchitán, Oaxaca 106.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Farmers Markets in El Polvorín

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Gastronomico
Mercado municipal
Mercado Municipal

Breweries in El Polvorín

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Corona

Airports Near El Polvorín

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional 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 Polvorín

What is the population of El Polvorín?

El Polvorín has a population of 1,415 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 143.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Polvorín?

El Polvorín 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 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.8 inches.

How is the job market in El Polvorín?

The job market in El Polvorín is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 45 business establishments in the area.

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