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Emiliano Zapata, Mexico

Sinaloa · Mexico

Emiliano Zapata is a small town in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 871. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

871 Population 1/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
28.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population871
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Population871
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates24.0632°, -106.9236°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation28.8 inches (731 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Emiliano Zapata

Emiliano Zapata is a small town in Mexico (Sinaloa) with a population of 871. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 28 business establishments.

Income: Emiliano Zapata vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Emiliano Zapata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area816.3 sq mi (2,114.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates24.0632°N, 106.9236°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.8"
24% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.99"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 24, 2025.

Jun 27, 1991 43 km SW of Altata, Mexico M5.5 137 km
Jul 12, 2009 16 km WSW of Canelas, Mexico M5.1 112 km
Jan 12, 1997 94 km SSW of Altata, Mexico M5.0 145 km
Dec 5, 2000 116 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.7 142 km
Sep 5, 2011 20 km SW of Canelas, Mexico M4.5 108 km
Jun 26, 1991 64 km SSW of Altata, Mexico M4.3 134 km
Jul 27, 1994 105 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.3 150 km
Mar 16, 2009 50 km SW of Altata, Mexico M4.2 140 km
Sep 2, 1994 91 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.2 136 km
Jul 24, 2025 8 km ENE of Culiacán, Mexico M4.2 92 km
Jan 13, 1999 117 km SW of Empaque Tarriba, Mexico M4.2 131 km
Jul 17, 2009 20 km NNW of Sanalona, Mexico M4.1 106 km
Sep 5, 2011 17 km E of Tamazula de Victoria, Mexico M4.1 98 km
Jul 15, 1991 86 km SSW of Las Aguamitas, Mexico M4.1 133 km
Aug 1, 1994 72 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M4.0 118 km
Feb 15, 2001 107 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.9 148 km
Jul 27, 1994 68 km W of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.9 107 km
Dec 22, 2000 113 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.8 133 km
Jul 28, 1994 92 km WSW of Mazatlán, Mexico M3.8 130 km
May 12, 2004 47 km WSW of Altata, Mexico M3.8 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

26 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 247 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 154 km
2021 Olaf Category 2 282 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 46 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 251 km
2018 Willa Category 3 187 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 130 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 293 km
2006 Lane Category 3 28 km
2006 John Category 3 248 km
2003 Ignacio Category 2 218 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 287 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 275 km
1998 Isis Category 1 228 km
1995 Henriette Category 2 284 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 211 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 187 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 69 km
1989 Kiko Category 3 184 km
1986 Paine Category 2 202 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
May 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 85°F (29°C) 1.5 in
July 85°F (30°C) 6.2 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 8.0 in Wettest
September 84°F (29°C) 6.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 3.0 in
November 76°F (24°C) 1.4 in
December 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in

Emiliano Zapata has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 69°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.0") and May the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Emiliano Zapata

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
museo la cruz
museo la cruz

Stadiums & Teams in Emiliano Zapata

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Airports Near Emiliano Zapata

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bachigualato Federal International AirportCULLarge Airport
Aerofumigaciones Maranatu AirportSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones Murillo AirstripSmall Airport
Aeromar AirportSmall Airport
Amaculi AirstripSmall Airport
Bayosa AirstripSmall Airport
Campo El Patole AirportSmall Airport
Campo La Primavera AirportSmall Airport
Campo Patricia AirportSmall Airport
Campo Puerto Rico AirportSmall Airport
Campo Santa AuroraSmall Airport
Camposanto AirportSmall Airport
Carbonera AirportSmall Airport
Carboneras AirstripSmall Airport
Cienega de Los Beltrán AirstripSmall Airport
Cosalá AirportSmall Airport
Ejidal AirstripSmall Airport
El Carrizo de La Petaca AirstripSmall Airport
El Corazon AirportSmall Airport
El Dorado AirportSmall Airport
El Igualamo AirportSmall Airport
El Limon de Los Peña AirstripSmall Airport
El Limon Las Coloradas AirportSmall Airport
El Milagro de San Jose AirstripSmall Airport
El Rodeo AirstripSmall Airport
El Sueño AirportSmall Airport
El Tapacal AirportSmall Airport
El Verano AirportSmall Airport
El Zapatero AirstripSmall Airport
Elota AirstripSmall Airport
Gatos Bravos AirportSmall Airport
Huerta Caimanero AirportSmall Airport
Jose Galindo Ruiz AirportSmall Airport
Juan Murillo AirportSmall Airport
La Campana AirportSmall Airport
La Lagunita AirstripSmall Airport
La Luna AirportSmall Airport
La Michoacana AirportSmall Airport
La Panza AirportSmall Airport
La Pequeña Joya AirportSmall Airport
La Perla AirportSmall Airport
La Santisima Trinidad AirportSmall Airport
Lagarto AirportSmall Airport
Las Azoteas AirstripSmall Airport
Las Flores AirportSmall Airport
Las Ilusiones AirportSmall Airport
Las Trancas AirstripSmall Airport
Leon's AirstripSmall Airport
Los Mangos AirportSmall Airport
Los Remedios AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mazatlan

🇲🇽 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 Emiliano Zapata

What is the population of Emiliano Zapata?

Emiliano Zapata has a population of 871 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 816.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Emiliano Zapata?

Emiliano Zapata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.

How is the job market in Emiliano Zapata?

The job market in Emiliano Zapata is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 28 business establishments in the area.

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