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Huehuetepec, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Huehuetepec is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 539. Elevation: 7,641 ft (2,329 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

539 Population 3/sq mi density
7,641 ft Elevation 2,329 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population539
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment12.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation7,641 ft (2,329 m)
Population539
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation7,641 ft (2,329 m)
Coordinates17.2680°, -98.5911°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Huehuetepec

Huehuetepec is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 539. The city sits at an elevation of 7,641 feet (2,329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 12.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Huehuetepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.8%
256% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Huehuetepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 35.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 7,641 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,641 ft (2,329 m)
Area190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.2680°N, 98.5911°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.31"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,168 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 94 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 54 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 118 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 143 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 111 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 59 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 130 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 146 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 106 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 67 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 109 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 132 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 69 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 101 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 132 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 131 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 143 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 95 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 62 km
2024 John Category 3 81 km
2023 Otis Category 5 143 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 274 km
2017 Max Category 1 71 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 230 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 113 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 215 km
2010 Karl Category 3 262 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 77 km
1997 Rick Category 2 179 km
1996 Boris Category 1 229 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 284 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 60 km
1984 Odile Category 2 244 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 107 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 86 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 83 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 149 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 101 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 107 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 130 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 54 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 97 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 96 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 94 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 86 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 123 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 149 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (195 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 9.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 10.0 in
August 67°F (20°C) 10.3 in Wettest
September 67°F (19°C) 10.1 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in

Huehuetepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 61°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.3") and March the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Huehuetepec

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Huehuetepec

What is the population of Huehuetepec?

Huehuetepec has a population of 539 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huehuetepec?

Huehuetepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.

How is the job market in Huehuetepec?

The job market in Huehuetepec faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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