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Escalerilla Lagunas, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Escalerilla Lagunas is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,196. Elevation: 7,346 ft (2,239 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1,196 Population 6/sq mi density
7,346 ft Elevation 2,239 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,196
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation7,346 ft (2,239 m)
Population1,196
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation7,346 ft (2,239 m)
Coordinates17.3781°, -98.8467°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,165 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Escalerilla Lagunas

Escalerilla Lagunas is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,196. The city sits at an elevation of 7,346 feet (2,239 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Escalerilla Lagunas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Escalerilla Lagunas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,346 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,346 ft (2,239 m)
Area190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.3781°N, 98.8467°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.75"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,327 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 118 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 72 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 144 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 136 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 134 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 71 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 89 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 90 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 123 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 144 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 91 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 141 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 123 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 115 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 128 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 94 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 74 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 150 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 147 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 57 km
2024 John Category 3 72 km
2023 Otis Category 5 126 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 299 km
2021 Rick Category 2 299 km
2017 Max Category 1 76 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 218 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 140 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 213 km
2010 Karl Category 3 275 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 77 km
1997 Rick Category 2 199 km
1996 Boris Category 1 219 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 275 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 56 km
1984 Odile Category 2 225 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

15 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 82 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 104 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 74 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 129 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 130 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 101 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 82 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 108 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 72 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 72 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 120 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 118 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 72 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 129 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (184 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 184 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 10.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 10.5 in
August 69°F (21°C) 10.8 in Wettest
September 68°F (20°C) 10.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in

Escalerilla Lagunas has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Escalerilla Lagunas

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National 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 Escalerilla Lagunas

What is the population of Escalerilla Lagunas?

Escalerilla Lagunas has a population of 1,196 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Escalerilla Lagunas?

Escalerilla Lagunas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.

How is the job market in Escalerilla Lagunas?

The job market in Escalerilla Lagunas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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