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Jaleaca de Catalán, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Jaleaca de Catalán is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,496. Elevation: 2,539 ft (774 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2,496 Population 7/sq mi density
2,539 ft Elevation 774 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,496
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation2,539 ft (774 m)
Population2,496
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation2,539 ft (774 m)
Coordinates17.4464°, -99.8597°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jaleaca de Catalán

Jaleaca de Catalán is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 2,496. The city sits at an elevation of 2,539 feet (774 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 80 business establishments.

Income: Jaleaca de Catalán vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)80

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Jaleaca de Catalán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,539 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,539 ft (774 m)
Area339.0 sq mi (878.1 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates17.4464°N, 99.8597°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.26"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,439 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 24, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 118 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 119 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 118 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 144 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 97 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 107 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 74 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 114 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 92 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 39 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 104 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 47 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 150 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 147 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 55 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 64 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 105 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 141 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 89 km
Mar 31, 1993 6 km NNW of San Luis de La Loma, Mexico M5.5 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 71 km
2024 John Category 3 18 km
2023 Otis Category 5 37 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 218 km
2021 Rick Category 2 198 km
2017 Max Category 1 107 km
2015 Marty Category 1 261 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 147 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 243 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 234 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 178 km
2006 John Category 4 250 km
1997 Rick Category 2 228 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 53 km
1996 Alma Category 2 276 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 266 km
1996 Boris Category 1 137 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 220 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 295 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 110 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 39 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 100 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 72 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 52 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 133 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 39 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 52 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 118 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 47 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 85 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 119 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 111 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 72 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 93 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 72 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (185 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 185 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
May 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 9.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 10.8 in
August 74°F (23°C) 10.4 in
September 73°F (23°C) 11.3 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.4 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in

Jaleaca de Catalán has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 69°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Jaleaca de Catalán

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

Airports Near Jaleaca de Catalán

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Atoyac AirstripSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall Airport
Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González)Small 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 Jaleaca de Catalán

What is the population of Jaleaca de Catalán?

Jaleaca de Catalán has a population of 2,496 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 339.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jaleaca de Catalán?

Jaleaca de Catalán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches.

How is the job market in Jaleaca de Catalán?

The job market in Jaleaca de Catalán is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 80 business establishments in the area.

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