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Joya Real, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Joya Real is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 747. Elevation: 3,474 ft (1,059 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

747 Population 1/sq mi density
3,474 ft Elevation 1,059 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population747
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment40.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation3,474 ft (1,059 m)
Population747
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,474 ft (1,059 m)
Coordinates17.0832°, -98.3869°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Joya Real

Joya Real is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 747. The city sits at an elevation of 3,474 feet (1,059 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 40.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: Joya Real vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment40.8%
1033% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Joya Real has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,474 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,474 ft (1,059 m)
Area580.9 sq mi (1,504.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.0832°N, 98.3869°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.73"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,400 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 68 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 41 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 89 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 128 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 85 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 51 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 100 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 120 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 117 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 43 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 119 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 46 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 77 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 92 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 101 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 113 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 113 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 95 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 116 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 117 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 63 km
2024 John Category 3 77 km
2023 Otis Category 5 156 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 245 km
2017 Max Category 1 69 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 237 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 83 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 207 km
2010 Karl Category 3 263 km
2006 John Category 3 298 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 77 km
1997 Rick Category 2 155 km
1996 Boris Category 1 234 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 285 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 68 km
1984 Odile Category 2 258 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

13 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 130 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 66 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 92 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 100 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 130 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 148 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 41 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 119 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 69 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 68 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 128 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 100 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 93 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
February 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 10.2 in
July 73°F (23°C) 10.8 in
August 73°F (23°C) 10.7 in
September 72°F (22°C) 11.7 in Wettest
October 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Joya Real has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 68°F in December to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Joya Real

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 Joya Real

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional 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 Joya Real

What is the population of Joya Real?

Joya Real has a population of 747 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 580.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Joya Real?

Joya Real has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

How is the job market in Joya Real?

The job market in Joya Real faces challenges, with unemployment at 40.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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