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La Calera, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

La Calera is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 609. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

609 Population 1/sq mi density
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population609
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Population609
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates18.4235°, -101.0042°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation35.4 inches (900 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Calera

La Calera is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 609. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: La Calera vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Calera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area841.7 sq mi (2,179.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.4235°N, 101.0042°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.62"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,032 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 27, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 114 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 92 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 51 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 70 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 135 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 58 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 58 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 109 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 66 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 133 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 24 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 136 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 130 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 49 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 135 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 109 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 21 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 116 km
Apr 23, 1996 30 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.6 133 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 132 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 3 233 km
2024 John Category 3 179 km
2023 Otis Category 5 110 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 194 km
2021 Rick Category 2 120 km
2017 Max Category 1 241 km
2015 Marty Category 1 239 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 227 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 244 km
2013 Erick Category 1 296 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 270 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 259 km
2009 Andres Category 1 255 km
2006 John Category 4 247 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 210 km
1996 Alma Category 2 155 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 213 km
1996 Boris Category 1 98 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 227 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 74 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 97 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 114 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 130 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 120 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (135 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 135 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 152 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
May 86°F (30°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 6.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 8.6 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 7.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in

La Calera has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.6") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in La Calera

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Telesecundaria Calmécac
Esc. Telesecundaria Calmecac
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Radio Stations near La Calera

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in La Calera

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
fosiles

Farmers Markets in La Calera

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Plaza

Airports Near La Calera

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal 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 La Calera

What is the population of La Calera?

La Calera has a population of 609 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 841.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Calera?

La Calera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches.

How is the job market in La Calera?

The job market in La Calera is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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