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Juanacatlán, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Juanacatlán is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 522. Elevation: 6,060 ft (1,847 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

522 Population 4/sq mi density
6,060 ft Elevation 1,847 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population522
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment21.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation6,060 ft (1,847 m)
Population522
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation6,060 ft (1,847 m)
Coordinates17.3278°, -98.5119°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Juanacatlán

Juanacatlán is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 522. The city sits at an elevation of 6,060 feet (1,847 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 21.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Juanacatlán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.2%
489% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Juanacatlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 35.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 6,060 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,060 ft (1,847 m)
Area134.4 sq mi (348.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates17.3278°N, 98.5119°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.31"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,925 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 98 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 62 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 119 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 136 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 115 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 67 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 130 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 116 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 148 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 71 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 106 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 141 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 74 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 116 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 131 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 143 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 128 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 147 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 105 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 72 km
2024 John Category 3 91 km
2023 Otis Category 5 154 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 273 km
2017 Max Category 1 81 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 241 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 113 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 224 km
2010 Karl Category 3 252 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 87 km
1997 Rick Category 2 184 km
1996 Boris Category 1 240 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 294 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 70 km
1984 Odile Category 2 255 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 116 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 92 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 94 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 111 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 116 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 139 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 62 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 106 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 99 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 98 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 97 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (189 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 9.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 10.0 in
August 67°F (20°C) 10.3 in Wettest
September 67°F (19°C) 10.1 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in

Juanacatlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 61°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.3") and March the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Juanacatlán

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Juanacatlán

What is the population of Juanacatlán?

Juanacatlán has a population of 522 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 134.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Juanacatlán?

Juanacatlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.

How is the job market in Juanacatlán?

The job market in Juanacatlán faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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