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Las Vigas, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Las Vigas is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 4,504. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

4,504 Population 69/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
87.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Las Vigas

Las Vigas is a municipality in the Mexican state of Guerrero. It is located about 95 kilometres (59 mi) southeast of the state capital of Chilpancingo. Its creation from the municipality of San Marcos was approved in 2021 and went into force on 21 May 2022.

People

Population4,504
Density69/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain87.2 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Population4,504
Population Density69 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates16.7614°, -99.2294°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation87.2 inches (2,216 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Vigas

Las Vigas is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 4,504. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 144 business establishments.

Income: Las Vigas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)144

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Vigas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 87.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area65.1 sq mi (168.7 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates16.7614°N, 99.2294°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.2"
130% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.01"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,473 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 111 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 67 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 140 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 118 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 55 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 31 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 89 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 82 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 119 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 83 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 106 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 87 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 87 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 125 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 121 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 38 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 119 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 65 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 44 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 97 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 4 35 km
2024 John Category 3 17 km
2023 Otis Category 5 61 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 274 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 273 km
2021 Rick Category 2 240 km
2017 Max Category 1 18 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 142 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 279 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 145 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 133 km
2006 John Category 4 223 km
2001 Adolph Category 4 296 km
2000 Carlotta Category 1 272 km
1998 Lester Category 2 285 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 25 km
1997 Rick Category 2 140 km
1996 Douglas Category 2 299 km
1996 Boris Category 1 141 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 196 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 63 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 83 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 5 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 72 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 86 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 32 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 63 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 63 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 67 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 57 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 112 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 111 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 18 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 72 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 148 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 72 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
May 82°F (28°C) 1.6 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 11.3 in
July 74°F (23°C) 9.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 12.0 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 5.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in

Las Vigas has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 70°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.0") and March the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Las Vigas

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Secundaria General Rubén Mora Gutiérrez
Escuela Primaria Lázaro Cárdenas del Río
Escuela Primaria Progreso y Libertad
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Farmers Markets in Las Vigas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central Tecoanapa
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Las Vigas

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall 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 Las Vigas

What is the population of Las Vigas?

Las Vigas has a population of 4,504 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 65.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Vigas?

Las Vigas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.2 inches.

How is the job market in Las Vigas?

The job market in Las Vigas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 144 business establishments in the area.

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