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Palos Altos, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Palos Altos is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 743. Elevation: 1,224 ft (373 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

743 Population 3/sq mi density
1,224 ft Elevation 373 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population743
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Population743
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Coordinates18.3708°, -100.2743°
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 Palos Altos

Palos Altos is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 743. The city sits at an elevation of 1,224 feet (373 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 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: Palos Altos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palos Altos 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 1,224 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

Elevation1,224 ft (373 m)
Area293.6 sq mi (760.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates18.3708°N, 100.2743°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.12"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

918 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 M7.2 131 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 113 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 120 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 145 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 136 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 134 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 35 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 12 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 147 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 140 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 132 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 99 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 119 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 143 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 123 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 59 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 116 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 87 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 128 km
Mar 31, 1993 6 km NNW of San Luis de La Loma, Mexico M5.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 175 km
2024 John Category 3 129 km
2023 Otis Category 5 75 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 238 km
2021 Rick Category 2 190 km
2017 Max Category 1 217 km
2015 Marty Category 1 284 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 224 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 279 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 270 km
2006 John Category 4 300 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 164 km
1996 Alma Category 2 228 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 270 km
1996 Boris Category 1 155 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 277 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 283 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 212 km
1986 Agatha Category 1 284 km
1984 Odile Category 2 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 149 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 123 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 149 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 131 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (98 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 98 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 115 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 144 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 189 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 194 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 196 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 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in
May 88°F (31°C) 1.4 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 8.9 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.1 in Wettest
August 80°F (26°C) 10.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in
October 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Coldest

Palos Altos has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 77°F in December to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.1") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Palos Altos

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

Gas Stations in Palos Altos

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Palos Altos

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall 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 Palos Altos

What is the population of Palos Altos?

Palos Altos has a population of 743 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 293.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palos Altos?

Palos Altos 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 Palos Altos?

The job market in Palos Altos is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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