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Mezcala, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Mezcala is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,763. Elevation: 1,621 ft (494 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,763 Population 7/sq mi density
1,621 ft Elevation 494 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
42.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Mezcala

Mezcala

The Mezcala culture is the name given to a Mesoamerican culture that was based in the southern Mexican state of Guerrero, in the upper Balsas River region. The culture is poorly understood but is believed to have developed during the Middle and Late Preclassic periods of Mesoamerican chronology, between 700 and 200 BC. The culture continued into the Classic period when it coexisted with the great metropolis of Teotihuacan.

People

Population3,763
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Population3,763
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Coordinates17.9324°, -99.6026°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation42.4 inches (1,077 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mezcala

Mezcala is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 3,763. The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet (494 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 120 business establishments.

Income: Mezcala vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)120

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Mezcala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above Mexico avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Area569.5 sq mi (1,475.0 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates17.9324°N, 99.6026°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.4"
12% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.17"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,866 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 M7.1 136 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 149 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 144 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 101 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 118 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 94 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 139 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 94 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 90 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 107 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 61 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 102 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 49 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 123 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 135 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 121 km
Jul 12, 1998 10 km SSW of El Papayo, Mexico M5.5 131 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 85 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 116 km
Jul 18, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 98 km
2024 John Category 3 73 km
2023 Otis Category 5 78 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 265 km
2021 Rick Category 2 246 km
2017 Max Category 1 154 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 207 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 296 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 241 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 238 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 104 km
1997 Rick Category 2 274 km
1996 Alma Category 2 296 km
1996 Boris Category 1 184 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 280 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 131 km
1984 Odile Category 2 207 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 81 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 133 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 130 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 112 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 81 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 107 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 82 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 119 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 130 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 148 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (132 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 132 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 137 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 159 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 172 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 177 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 84°F (29°C) 0.5 in
May 84°F (29°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in
August 79°F (26°C) 9.2 in Wettest
September 78°F (26°C) 9.1 in
October 78°F (26°C) 3.4 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in

Mezcala has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 75°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.2") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Mezcala

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
DSS RADIO 107.9 (Chilpancingo) - 107.9 FM - XHSCAS-FM - Digital con Sentido Social 106.3, A.C. - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 107.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
W RADIO 105.1 (Chilpancingo) - 105.1 FM - XHEZUM-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 105.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Mezcala

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall 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 Mezcala

What is the population of Mezcala?

Mezcala has a population of 3,763 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 569.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mezcala?

Mezcala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches.

How is the job market in Mezcala?

The job market in Mezcala is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 120 business establishments in the area.

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