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Juchitán, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Juchitán is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,346. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3,346 Population 19/sq mi density
541 ft Elevation 165 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
66.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Juchitán

Juchitán is the seat of the municipality of Juchitán, in the Mexican state of Guerrero. It is part of the region of the state known as the Costa Chica.

People

Population3,346
Density19/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain66.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Population3,346
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Coordinates16.6240°, -98.6403°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation66.6 inches (1,692 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Juchitán

Juchitán is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 3,346. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 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 66.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 107 business establishments.

Income: Juchitán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)107

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Juchitán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°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 66.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Area176.4 sq mi (457.0 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates16.6240°N, 98.6403°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.6"
75% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.54"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,782 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 46 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 18 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 75 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 94 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 56 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 17 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 95 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 96 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 94 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 27 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 43 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 24 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 62 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 37 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 91 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 104 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 98 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 97 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 63 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 34 km
2024 John Category 3 28 km
2023 Otis Category 5 124 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 221 km
2021 Rick Category 1 298 km
2017 Max Category 1 29 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 190 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 80 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 149 km
2006 John Category 3 241 km
2000 Carlotta Category 1 289 km
1998 Lester Category 2 259 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 39 km
1997 Rick Category 2 113 km
1996 Douglas Category 2 299 km
1996 Boris Category 1 185 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 232 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 49 km
1984 Odile Category 2 221 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

16 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 121 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 20 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 63 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 136 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 51 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 121 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 127 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 18 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 112 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 48 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 46 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 94 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 77 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 97 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 136 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
February 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Coldest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
May 84°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 13.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 10.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 12.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 13.5 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Juchitán has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in February to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.5") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Juchitán

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Telesecundaria Emiliano Zapata
Escuela Secundaria Teófilo Olea Leyva
Escuela Primaria Vicente Guerrero
Esc. Prim. Lazaro Cardenas
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Radio Stations near Juchitán

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

Farmers Markets in Juchitán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Gastronomico
Mercado Municipal

Gas Stations in Juchitán

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Breweries in Juchitán

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Corona

Airports Near Juchitán

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Juchitán

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia Cristo Rey

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 Juchitán

What is the population of Juchitán?

Juchitán has a population of 3,346 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 176.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Juchitán?

Juchitán 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 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 66.6 inches.

How is the job market in Juchitán?

The job market in Juchitán is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 107 business establishments in the area.

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