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Hueycantenango, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Hueycantenango is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,774. Elevation: 5,394 ft (1,644 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1,774 Population 4/sq mi density
5,394 ft Elevation 1,644 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Hueycantenango

Hueycantenango is a city and seat of the municipality of José Joaquín de Herrera, in the Mexican state of Guerrero.

People

Population1,774
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment12.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation5,394 ft (1,644 m)
Population1,774
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,394 ft (1,644 m)
Coordinates17.4487°, -99.0244°
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 Hueycantenango

Hueycantenango is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,774. The city sits at an elevation of 5,394 feet (1,644 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 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Hueycantenango vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Hueycantenango 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 5,394 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

Elevation5,394 ft (1,644 m)
Area459.5 sq mi (1,190.2 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates17.4487°N, 99.0244°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.91"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,342 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 136 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 87 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 135 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 84 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 81 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 107 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 139 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 126 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 108 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 136 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 113 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 108 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 81 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 129 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 64 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 139 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 92 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 86 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 95 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 130 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 49 km
2024 John Category 3 68 km
2023 Otis Category 5 117 km
2021 Rick Category 2 283 km
2017 Max Category 1 84 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 210 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 160 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 211 km
2010 Karl Category 3 285 km
2006 John Category 4 300 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 83 km
1997 Rick Category 2 211 km
1996 Boris Category 1 210 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 271 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 61 km
1984 Odile Category 2 213 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 67 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 119 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 75 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 118 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 115 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 106 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 67 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 95 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 87 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 58 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 138 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 136 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 68 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 118 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (180 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 180 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 182 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
May 78°F (26°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 9.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 10.0 in
August 75°F (24°C) 10.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 10.9 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in

Hueycantenango has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 60°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Hueycantenango

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Universidad de los Pueblos del Sur
Escuela primaria Bil. Xicoténcatl
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Radio Stations near Hueycantenango

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
DSS RADIO 107.9 (Chilpancingo) - 107.9 FM - XHSCAS-FM - Digital con Sentido Social 106.3, A.C. - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 107.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
W RADIO 105.1 (Chilpancingo) - 105.1 FM - XHEZUM-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 105.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Hueycantenango

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca de Quechultenango0.0

Farmers Markets in Hueycantenango

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Quechultenango
Mercado Municipal de Chilapa de Alvarez

Stadiums & Teams in Hueycantenango

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Airports Near Hueycantenango

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall 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 Hueycantenango

What is the population of Hueycantenango?

Hueycantenango has a population of 1,774 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 459.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hueycantenango?

Hueycantenango 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 Hueycantenango?

The job market in Hueycantenango faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

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