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Metlapa, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Metlapa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,578. Elevation: 2,297 ft (700 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1,578 Population 5/sq mi density
2,297 ft Elevation 700 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
32.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,578
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Population1,578
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Coordinates18.3102°, -99.6091°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Metlapa

Metlapa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,578. The city sits at an elevation of 2,297 feet (700 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 50 business establishments.

Income: Metlapa vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Metlapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,297 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Area302.3 sq mi (782.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates18.3102°N, 99.6091°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

688 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 121 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 98 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 82 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 128 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 74 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 147 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 79 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 143 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 46 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 124 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 81 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 120 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 139 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 135 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 148 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 122 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 129 km
Mar 6, 2001 7 km E of Las Compuertas, Mexico M5.1 130 km
Oct 29, 2001 Guerrero, Mexico M5.1 141 km
Jul 16, 2023 3 km W of Paso de Arena, Mexico M5.1 134 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 4 139 km
2024 John Category 3 114 km
2023 Otis Category 5 100 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 287 km
2021 Rick Category 2 255 km
2017 Max Category 1 194 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 242 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 271 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 278 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 146 km
1996 Alma Category 2 297 km
1996 Boris Category 1 208 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 170 km
1984 Odile Category 2 242 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 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 124 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 124 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 149 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (90 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 90 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 99 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 131 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 139 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 140 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 147 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in
May 85°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 8.2 in
August 78°F (26°C) 8.5 in
September 78°F (25°C) 8.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Metlapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 60°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.5") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Metlapa

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Metlapa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura (Antigua Estacion Buenavista de Cuéllar)
Museo de arte virreinal
Museo de Santa María de la Asunción
Museo William Spratling

Libraries in Metlapa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Publica Sindical0.0

Farmers Markets in Metlapa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Buenavista de Cuéllar
Mercado Municipal de Cocula, Gro

Airports Near Metlapa

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall 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 Metlapa

What is the population of Metlapa?

Metlapa has a population of 1,578 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 302.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Metlapa?

Metlapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.

How is the job market in Metlapa?

The job market in Metlapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 50 business establishments in the area.

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