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La Luz de Juárez, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

La Luz de Juárez is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,255. Elevation: 4,593 ft (1,400 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,255 Population 3/sq mi density
4,593 ft Elevation 1,400 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,255
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Population1,255
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Coordinates17.5350°, -98.3483°
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 La Luz de Juárez

La Luz de Juárez is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,255. The city sits at an elevation of 4,593 feet (1,400 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 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 40 business establishments.

Income: La Luz de Juárez vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)40

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Luz de Juárez 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 4,593 feet.

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

Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Area399.5 sq mi (1,034.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.5350°N, 98.3483°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.64"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,199 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 88 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 117 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 134 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 114 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 135 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 134 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 95 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 140 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 142 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 93 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 142 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 96 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 127 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 144 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 115 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 136 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 136 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 114 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 129 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 122 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 4 101 km
2024 John Category 3 119 km
2023 Otis Category 5 180 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 276 km
2017 Max Category 1 110 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 269 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 125 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 253 km
2010 Karl Category 3 223 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 116 km
1997 Rick Category 2 205 km
1996 Boris Category 1 268 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 99 km
1984 Odile Category 2 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 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 138 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 116 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 122 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 140 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 138 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 88 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 128 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 118 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 117 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 123 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (168 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 168 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 185 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 7.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 7.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 6.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest

La Luz de Juárez has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 61°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near La Luz de Juárez

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo HuajuapanSmall Airport
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 La Luz de Juárez

What is the population of La Luz de Juárez?

La Luz de Juárez has a population of 1,255 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 399.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Luz de Juárez?

La Luz de Juárez 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 La Luz de Juárez?

The job market in La Luz de Juárez is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 40 business establishments in the area.

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