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Papanoa, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Papanoa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,505. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3,505 Population 3/sq mi density
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
39.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population3,505
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Population3,505
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates17.3255°, -101.0417°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation39.3 inches (998 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Papanoa

Papanoa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 3,505. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 112 business establishments.

Income: Papanoa vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)112

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Papanoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area1,086.7 sq mi (2,814.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.3255°N, 101.0417°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.3"
3% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.18"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,406 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 24, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 11 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 42 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 32 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 97 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 33 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 108 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 123 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 133 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 33 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 135 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 90 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 36 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 27 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 147 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 110 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 24 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 115 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 109 km
Jul 25, 1991 61 km SW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.8 62 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 187 km
2024 John Category 3 132 km
2023 Otis Category 5 89 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 100 km
2022 Bonnie Category 3 298 km
2022 Blas Category 1 292 km
2021 Rick Category 2 82 km
2017 Max Category 1 128 km
2015 Marty Category 1 145 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 109 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 138 km
2013 Erick Category 1 245 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 150 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 208 km
2009 Andres Category 1 193 km
2006 John Category 4 161 km
2001 Adolph Category 4 282 km
2000 Carlotta Category 4 287 km
1997 Rick Category 2 257 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 147 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

13 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 135 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 116 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 60 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 83 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 140 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 11 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 147 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 139 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 42 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 17 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 135 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 59 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 80°F (26°C) 0.1 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 7.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 11.2 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in

Papanoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.2") and March the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Papanoa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ESCUELA PRIMARIA URB.SOR JUANA INES DE LA CRUZ
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Airports Near Papanoa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International AirportZIHLarge Airport
Atoyac AirstripSmall 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 Papanoa

What is the population of Papanoa?

Papanoa has a population of 3,505 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,086.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Papanoa?

Papanoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches.

How is the job market in Papanoa?

The job market in Papanoa is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 112 business establishments in the area.

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