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La Unión, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

La Unión is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,241. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3,241 Population 4/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
38.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About La Unión

La Unión is a city and seat of the municipality of La Unión de Isidoro Montes de Oca, in the Mexican state of Guerrero. In 2005 its population was 3,079.

People

Population3,241
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Population3,241
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates17.9856°, -101.8066°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation38.1 inches (968 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Unión

La Unión is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 3,241. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 104 business establishments.

Income: La Unión vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)104

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Unión has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above Mexico avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area771.7 sq mi (1,998.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates17.9856°N, 101.8066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.1"
0% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.20"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,171 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 11, 2025.

Sep 19, 2022 35 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M7.6 132 km
Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 110 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 104 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 99 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 150 km
Sep 22, 2022 55 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M6.8 125 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 48 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 75 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 97 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 81 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 140 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 137 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 47 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 77 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 136 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 142 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 41 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 88 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 102 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Flossie Category 1 284 km
2025 Erick Category 1 283 km
2024 John Category 2 121 km
2023 Otis Category 5 163 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 107 km
2021 Rick Category 2 23 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 232 km
2017 Max Category 1 233 km
2015 Marty Category 1 160 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 160 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 177 km
2013 Erick Category 1 199 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 216 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 161 km
2009 Andres Category 1 160 km
2006 John Category 4 154 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 249 km
1996 Alma Category 2 63 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 115 km
1996 Boris Category 1 26 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 9,500 80 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 59 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 27 km
1973 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 56 138 km
2022 MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 2 132 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 110 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 41 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 31 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 150 km
1941 MEXICO Earthquake 84 147 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 115 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in
June 82°F (28°C) 6.4 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 7.3 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 4.3 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in

La Unión has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.2") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in La Unión

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Benito Juarez
CBTA No.177
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Radio Stations near La Unión

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
EL KUINO 96.1 (La Piedad) - 96.1 FM - XHPLPM-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - La Piedad, Michoacán 96.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Airports Near La Unión

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International AirportZIHLarge Airport
Lázaro Cárdenas AirportLZCMedium Airport
Tumbiscatio 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 Unión

What is the population of La Unión?

La Unión has a population of 3,241 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 771.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Unión?

La Unión has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches.

How is the job market in La Unión?

The job market in La Unión is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 104 business establishments in the area.

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