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Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is a mid-size city in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 67,408. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 67,408 |
| Population Density | 87 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.6434°, -101.5521° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.2 inches (1,046 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is a mid-size city in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 67,408. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,157 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (27°C), the coldest is Feb (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 1215 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 771.7 sq mi (1,998.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.6434°N, 101.5521°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 | 120 km |
| 1979 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 5 | 35 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 20 km |
| 2014 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 67 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 83 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 75 km |
| 2002 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 103 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 73 km |
| 1845 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in |
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in March to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.6") and March the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Tecnológico de la Costa Grande | University | — | — |
Schools in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNAM | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria General Eva Sámano De López Mateo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Gregorio Torres Quintero | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Montessori | — | — | — | — |
| Conalep Nro 027 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Bilingüe Netzahualcóyotl | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Gral. Luis Guevara Ramírez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Bilingue Netzahualcoyotl | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Arqueológico | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Xihuacan |
Libraries in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Cuahutemoc | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
15 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
52 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Angelus |
Explore Near Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
18 places within 15 km
- • Cuchalate
- • Playa Blanca
- • Playa la Madera
- • Playa la Ropa
- • Playa Larga
- + 3 more
- • Faro de Punta Garrobo
- • Cerro Darío
- • Cerro El Mango
- • Cerro El Naranjal
- • Cerro El Sandial
- • Cerro La Hedionda
- + 4 more
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
What is the population of Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo?
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo has a population of 67,408 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 771.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo?
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches.
How is the job market in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo?
The job market in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 2,157 business establishments in the area.