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El Salitre (Sirapitiro), Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

El Salitre (Sirapitiro) is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 519. Elevation: 1,060 ft (323 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

519 Population 1/sq mi density
1,060 ft Elevation 323 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population519
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.2%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Population519
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Coordinates18.5942°, -100.5822°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Salitre (Sirapitiro)

El Salitre (Sirapitiro) is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 519. The city sits at an elevation of 1,060 feet (323 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: El Salitre (Sirapitiro) vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Salitre (Sirapitiro) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,060 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.6°F
55% above Mexico avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)
Area551.2 sq mi (1,427.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.5942°N, 100.5822°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

692 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 139 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 118 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 99 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 108 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 105 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 48 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 35 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 145 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 149 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 149 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 66 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 98 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 94 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 65 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 146 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 134 km
Mar 31, 1993 6 km NNW of San Luis de La Loma, Mexico M5.5 146 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 51 km
Mar 31, 1992 11 km NW of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 137 km
Mar 11, 1993 8 km WSW of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 135 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 4 215 km
2024 John Category 3 166 km
2023 Otis Category 5 104 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 238 km
2021 Rick Category 2 168 km
2017 Max Category 1 247 km
2015 Marty Category 1 280 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 244 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 281 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 289 km
2006 John Category 4 293 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 200 km
1996 Alma Category 2 203 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 260 km
1996 Boris Category 1 146 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 270 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 264 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 252 km
1986 Agatha Category 1 280 km
1984 Odile Category 2 201 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 114 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 143 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 139 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (96 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 96 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 104 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 162 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 83°F (29°C) 0.1 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.2 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 8.2 in
July 84°F (29°C) 9.7 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 9.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in
December 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in Coldest

El Salitre (Sirapitiro) has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 78°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.7") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near El Salitre (Sirapitiro)

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

Museums in El Salitre (Sirapitiro)

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
fosiles

Libraries in El Salitre (Sirapitiro)

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in El Salitre (Sirapitiro)

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Plaza
Mercado del Oro
Merza Antonio Castillo

Breweries in El Salitre (Sirapitiro)

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervezas Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma

Airports Near El Salitre (Sirapitiro)

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal 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 Salitre (Sirapitiro)

What is the population of El Salitre (Sirapitiro)?

El Salitre (Sirapitiro) has a population of 519 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 551.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Salitre (Sirapitiro)?

El Salitre (Sirapitiro) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in El Salitre (Sirapitiro)?

The job market in El Salitre (Sirapitiro) is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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