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Palos Blancos, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Palos Blancos is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,644. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

1,644 Population 2/sq mi density
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
48.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,644
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Population1,644
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates17.5585°, -101.3318°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation48.4 inches (1,228 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Palos Blancos

Palos Blancos is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,644. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 53 business establishments.

Income: Palos Blancos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)53

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palos Blancos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area1,055.8 sq mi (2,734.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.5585°N, 101.3318°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.4"
27% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.11"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,125 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 42 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 39 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 81 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 141 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 128 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 65 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 72 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 88 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 109 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 8 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 133 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 108 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 124 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 67 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 74 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 107 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 77 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 37 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 127 km
Jul 25, 1991 61 km SW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.8 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 2 222 km
2024 John Category 3 134 km
2023 Otis Category 5 111 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 98 km
2022 Blas Category 1 299 km
2021 Rick Category 2 60 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 287 km
2017 Max Category 1 166 km
2015 Marty Category 1 141 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 145 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 142 km
2013 Erick Category 1 222 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 173 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 188 km
2009 Andres Category 1 172 km
2006 John Category 4 159 km
2001 Adolph Category 4 295 km
1997 Rick Category 2 291 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 184 km
1996 Alma Category 2 123 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 9,500 145 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 29 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 43 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 42 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 107 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 99 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 81 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 48 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 100 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
May 80°F (27°C) 1.0 in
June 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 8.7 in
August 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
September 80°F (26°C) 13.1 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.8 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in

Palos Blancos has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.1") and March the driest (0.1").

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Museums in Palos Blancos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Arqueológico
Museo de Sitio Xihuacan

Libraries in Palos Blancos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Cuahutemoc0.0

Farmers Markets in Palos Blancos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Palos Blancos

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 Palos Blancos

What is the population of Palos Blancos?

Palos Blancos has a population of 1,644 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,055.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palos Blancos?

Palos Blancos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.4 inches.

How is the job market in Palos Blancos?

The job market in Palos Blancos is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 53 business establishments in the area.

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