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Los Achotes, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Los Achotes is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,161. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

1,161 Population 2/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,161
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population1,161
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates17.6006°, -101.4175°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Los Achotes

Los Achotes is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,161. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 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 41.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 37 business establishments.

Income: Los Achotes vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Los Achotes 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 261 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 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area771.7 sq mi (1,998.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.6006°N, 101.4175°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,745 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 52 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 48 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 90 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 60 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 122 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 131 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 82 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 82 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 113 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 137 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 17 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 105 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 97 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 134 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 84 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 77 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 45 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 72 km
Jul 25, 1991 61 km SW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.8 80 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 2 232 km
2025 Flossie Category 1 296 km
2024 John Category 3 128 km
2023 Otis Category 5 119 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 98 km
2022 Blas Category 1 297 km
2021 Rick Category 2 51 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 277 km
2017 Max Category 1 175 km
2015 Marty Category 1 139 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 154 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 143 km
2013 Erick Category 1 215 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 178 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 181 km
2009 Andres Category 1 166 km
2006 John Category 4 157 km
2001 Adolph Category 4 295 km
1997 Rick Category 2 299 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 194 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 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 9,500 135 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 28 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 33 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 52 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 97 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 89 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 90 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 58 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 110 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in
June 82°F (28°C) 7.3 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in
September 82°F (28°C) 11.6 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in

Los Achotes has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.6") and March the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Los Achotes

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ESCUELA PRIMARIA JOSEFA ORTIZ DE DOMINGUEZ
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Museums in Los Achotes

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Arqueológico
Museo de Sitio Xihuacan

Libraries in Los Achotes

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Cuahutemoc0.0

Farmers Markets in Los Achotes

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Los Achotes

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Villa Don Manuel

Restaurants in Los Achotes

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Enramada La Güera

Airports Near Los Achotes

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International AirportZIHLarge Airport
Las Bodas 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 Los Achotes

What is the population of Los Achotes?

Los Achotes has a population of 1,161 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 771.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Los Achotes?

Los Achotes 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 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

How is the job market in Los Achotes?

The job market in Los Achotes is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

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