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El Zarco, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

El Zarco is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 776. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

776 Population 1/sq mi density
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population776
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Population776
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates17.6172°, -101.4081°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Zarco

El Zarco is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 776. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: El Zarco vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Zarco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area771.7 sq mi (1,998.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.6172°N, 101.4081°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,742 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 27, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 52 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 47 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 91 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 58 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 120 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 131 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 82 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 80 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 111 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 135 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 18 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 103 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 97 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 133 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 84 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 77 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 46 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 70 km
Jul 25, 1991 61 km SW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.8 82 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 2 231 km
2025 Flossie Category 1 298 km
2024 John Category 3 129 km
2023 Otis Category 5 118 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 100 km
2022 Blas Category 1 299 km
2021 Rick Category 2 52 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 278 km
2017 Max Category 1 175 km
2015 Marty Category 1 141 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 155 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 145 km
2013 Erick Category 1 216 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 180 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 182 km
2009 Andres Category 1 168 km
2006 John Category 4 159 km
2001 Adolph Category 4 297 km
1997 Rick Category 2 300 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 194 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 9,500 135 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 26 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 33 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 52 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 97 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 88 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 91 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 58 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 110 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in
June 82°F (28°C) 7.3 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in
September 82°F (28°C) 11.6 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in

El Zarco has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.6") and March the driest (0.0").

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Museums in El Zarco

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Arqueológico
Museo de Sitio Xihuacan

Libraries in El Zarco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Cuahutemoc0.0

Farmers Markets in El Zarco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near El Zarco

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International AirportZIHLarge 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 Zarco

What is the population of El Zarco?

El Zarco has a population of 776 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 771.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Zarco?

El Zarco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

How is the job market in El Zarco?

The job market in El Zarco is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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