El Refugio, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
El Refugio is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,222. Elevation: 1,348 ft (411 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°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 | 1,222 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,348 ft (411 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.0383°, -99.2006° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.2 inches (2,216 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Refugio
El Refugio is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,222. The city sits at an elevation of 1,348 feet (411 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,348 ft (411 m) |
| Area | 373.8 sq mi (968.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.0383°N, 99.2006°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 46 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 96 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 27 km |
| 1732 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 79 km |
| 1907 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 8 | 85 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 61 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 46 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 61 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 70 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 37 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 122 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 120 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 19 km |
| 1868 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 79 km |
| 1845 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 149 km |
| 1833 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 79 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 11.3 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 13.7 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 14.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in |
El Refugio has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 70°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.5") and March the driest (0.1").
Farmers Markets in El Refugio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central Tecoanapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near El Refugio
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport | ACA | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | - | Small Airport |
| Base Aeronaval Acapulco | - | Small Airport |
| Chilpancingo National Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Refugio?
El Refugio has a population of 1,222 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 373.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Refugio?
El Refugio 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. Annual rainfall totals 87.2 inches.
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