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Morelita, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Morelita is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,214. Elevation: 899 ft (274 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1,214 Population 9/sq mi density
899 ft Elevation 274 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,214
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Population1,214
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Coordinates18.2703°, -100.5640°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Morelita

Morelita is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,214. The city sits at an elevation of 899 feet (274 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 39 business establishments.

Income: Morelita vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)39

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Morelita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 899 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.6°F
55% above Mexico avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Area129.7 sq mi (335.9 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates18.2703°N, 100.5640°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.29"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,405 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 106 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 86 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 146 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 88 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 119 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 117 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 103 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 12 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 117 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 21 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 73 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 114 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 113 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 120 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 92 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 136 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 149 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 144 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 63 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 187 km
2024 John Category 3 135 km
2023 Otis Category 5 69 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 210 km
2021 Rick Category 2 157 km
2017 Max Category 1 212 km
2015 Marty Category 1 254 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 209 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 252 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 254 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 294 km
2009 Andres Category 1 282 km
2006 John Category 4 271 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 168 km
1996 Alma Category 2 196 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 239 km
1996 Boris Category 1 124 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 246 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 251 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 225 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 91 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 126 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 106 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 146 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 103 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (126 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 126 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 130 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 88°F (31°C) 0.1 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 7.8 in
July 84°F (29°C) 9.3 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Morelita has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 79°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.3") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Morelita

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria José María Morelos y Pavón
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Radio Stations near Morelita

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Morelita

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Morelita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado del Oro
Merza Antonio Castillo

Breweries in Morelita

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervezas Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma

Airports Near Morelita

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal 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 Morelita

What is the population of Morelita?

Morelita has a population of 1,214 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 129.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Morelita?

Morelita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in Morelita?

The job market in Morelita is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 39 business establishments in the area.

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