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Jicayán de Tovar, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Jicayán de Tovar is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,397. Elevation: 2,333 ft (711 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

1,397 Population 4/sq mi density
2,333 ft Elevation 711 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
107.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,397
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain107.9 in/yr
Sunny Days359/yr
Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Population1,397
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Coordinates17.1272°, -98.2362°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation107.9 inches (2,740 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jicayán de Tovar

Jicayán de Tovar is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,397. The city sits at an elevation of 2,333 feet (711 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 45 business establishments.

Income: Jicayán de Tovar vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)45

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Jicayán de Tovar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 359 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 107.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,333 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days359 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.2 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates17.1272°N, 98.2362°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.9"
184% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.11"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,170 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 71 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 55 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 87 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 129 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 88 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 66 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 95 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 116 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 137 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 51 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 82 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 54 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 103 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 131 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 97 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 108 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 90 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 121 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 129 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 79 km
2024 John Category 3 92 km
2023 Otis Category 5 173 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 236 km
2017 Max Category 1 85 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 253 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 78 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 220 km
2010 Karl Category 3 249 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 81 km
1997 Rick Category 2 159 km
1996 Boris Category 1 250 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 85 km
1984 Odile Category 2 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

12 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 145 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 75 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 109 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 115 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 145 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 55 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 135 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 72 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 71 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 129 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 116 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 86 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 76°F (25°C) 0.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 10.8 in
July 70°F (21°C) 11.1 in
August 75°F (24°C) 11.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 13.1 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 6.0 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in

Jicayán de Tovar has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.1") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Jicayán de Tovar

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ORBITA DIGITAL 106.1 (Juchitán) - 106.1 FM - XHGCY-FM - Guna Caa Yuni Xhiña, A.C. - Juchitán, Oaxaca 106.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Airports Near Jicayán de Tovar

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo 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 Jicayán de Tovar

What is the population of Jicayán de Tovar?

Jicayán de Tovar has a population of 1,397 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jicayán de Tovar?

Jicayán de Tovar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 359 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.9 inches.

How is the job market in Jicayán de Tovar?

Jicayán de Tovar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 45 business establishments in the area.

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