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Horcasitas, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Horcasitas is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,845. Elevation: 1,181 ft (360 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1,845 Population 3/sq mi density
1,181 ft Elevation 360 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Horcasitas

Horcasitas is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:Juan Francisco de Güemes y Horcasitas, 1st Count of Revillagigedo (1681–1766), Spanish general, governor of Havana, captain general of Cuba, and viceroy of New Spain
Juan Molinar Horcasitas (1955–2015), Mexican academic, civil servant and politician
Juan Vicente de Güemes Padilla Horcasitas y Aguayo, 2nd Count of Revillagigedo (1740–1799), Spanish military officer and viceroy of New Spain

People

Population1,845
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Population1,845
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Coordinates16.8882°, -98.7461°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Horcasitas

Horcasitas is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,845. The city sits at an elevation of 1,181 feet (360 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Horcasitas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Horcasitas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,181 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Area574.1 sq mi (1,487.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates16.8882°N, 98.7461°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.80"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,990 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 70 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 20 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 99 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 124 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 84 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 15 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 116 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 80 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 122 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 43 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 88 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 68 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 72 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 42 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 127 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 114 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 134 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 104 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 94 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 19 km
2024 John Category 3 36 km
2023 Otis Category 5 114 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 250 km
2021 Rick Category 1 293 km
2017 Max Category 1 27 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 193 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 100 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 169 km
2006 John Category 3 259 km
1998 Lester Category 2 289 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 34 km
1997 Rick Category 2 144 km
1996 Boris Category 1 190 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 242 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 27 km
1984 Odile Category 2 215 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

17 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 97 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 51 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 49 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 123 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 134 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 57 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 97 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 110 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 20 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 87 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 72 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 70 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 124 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 59 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 115 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 123 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
May 79°F (26°C) 2.5 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 13.8 in
July 73°F (23°C) 12.7 in
August 77°F (25°C) 13.5 in
September 77°F (25°C) 14.8 in Wettest
October 76°F (25°C) 7.6 in
November 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in

Horcasitas has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 67.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Horcasitas

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ORBITA DIGITAL 106.1 (Juchitán) - 106.1 FM - XHGCY-FM - Guna Caa Yuni Xhiña, A.C. - Juchitán, Oaxaca 106.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Farmers Markets in Horcasitas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Gastronomico
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Horcasitas

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional 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 Horcasitas

What is the population of Horcasitas?

Horcasitas has a population of 1,845 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 574.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Horcasitas?

Horcasitas 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 73°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

How is the job market in Horcasitas?

The job market in Horcasitas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 59 business establishments in the area.

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