Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza), Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza) is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,146. Elevation: 6,522 ft (1,988 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,146 Population 6/sq mi density
6,522 ft Elevation 1,988 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,146
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation6,522 ft (1,988 m)
Population1,146
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation6,522 ft (1,988 m)
Coordinates17.1635°, -98.7039°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza)

Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza) is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,146. The city sits at an elevation of 6,522 feet (1,988 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,522 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation6,522 ft (1,988 m)
Area190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.1635°N, 98.7039°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.09"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,541 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 44 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 90 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 116 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 148 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 106 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 45 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 130 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 142 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 90 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 61 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 63 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 98 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 119 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 95 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 142 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 141 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 138 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 130 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 46 km
2024 John Category 3 66 km
2023 Otis Category 5 128 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 271 km
2017 Max Category 1 56 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 214 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 113 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 199 km
2010 Karl Category 3 279 km
2006 John Category 3 287 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 60 km
1997 Rick Category 2 171 km
1996 Boris Category 1 213 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 267 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 43 km
1984 Odile Category 2 229 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

17 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 - 95 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 77 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m - 67 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m - 134 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 139 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 85 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 95 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 115 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 44 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 85 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m - 92 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 90 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m - 148 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 70 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake - 18 125 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake - - 134 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake - - 134 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
February 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 10.2 in
July 73°F (23°C) 11.1 in
August 73°F (23°C) 11.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 12.1 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 5.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza) has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 68°F in December to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.1") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza)

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa Cruz-Small Airport
Aeródromo Ta Lo De Soto-Small 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 Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza)

What is the population of Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza)?

Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza) has a population of 1,146 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza)?

Paraje Montero (Paraje Montero de Zaragoza) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

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