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).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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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
Climate
| Population | 1,845 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,181 ft (360 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8882°, -98.7461° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.6 inches (1,210 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,181 ft (360 m) |
| Area | 574.1 sq mi (1,487.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8882°N, 98.7461°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
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
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Gastronomico | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near Horcasitas
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Ta Lo De Soto | - | Small Airport |
| Pinotepa Nacional Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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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. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.
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