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Ixtapa, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Ixtapa is a small city in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 8,992. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 8,992 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.6678°, -101.6417° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.8 inches (1,061 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ixtapa
Ixtapa is a small city in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 8,992. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Ixtapa vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 288 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 771.7 sq mi (1,998.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.6678°N, 101.6417°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 111 km |
| 1979 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 5 | 42 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 15 km |
| 2014 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 77 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 73 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 66 km |
| 2002 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 112 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 83 km |
| 1845 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in |
Ixtapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.5") and April the driest (0.0").
Museums in Ixtapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Arqueológico |
Libraries in Ixtapa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Cuahutemoc | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ixtapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Ixtapa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ixtapa
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ixtapa
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ixtapa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport | ZIH | Large Airport |
| Lázaro Cárdenas Airport | LZC | Medium Airport |
| Las Bodas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ixtapa
What is the population of Ixtapa?
Ixtapa has a population of 8,992 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 771.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ixtapa?
Ixtapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches.
How is the job market in Ixtapa?
The job market in Ixtapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 288 business establishments in the area.