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Paso de Arena, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Paso de Arena is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,260. Elevation: 1,142 ft (348 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,260 Population 1/sq mi density
1,142 ft Elevation 348 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,260
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Population2,260
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Coordinates18.3033°, -100.8464°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,071 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Paso de Arena

Paso de Arena is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 2,260. The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet (348 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 72 business establishments.

Income: Paso de Arena vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)72

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Paso de Arena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Area1,826.8 sq mi (4,731.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.3033°N, 100.8464°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.16"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,183 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 M7.2 102 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 79 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 147 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 60 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 90 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 119 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 73 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 37 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 49 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 103 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 117 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 45 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 131 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 121 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 143 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 127 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 62 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 88 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 110 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 26 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 3 212 km
2024 John Category 3 157 km
2023 Otis Category 5 89 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 195 km
2021 Rick Category 2 130 km
2017 Max Category 1 223 km
2015 Marty Category 1 238 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 212 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 239 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 256 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 269 km
2009 Andres Category 1 259 km
2006 John Category 4 251 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 189 km
1996 Alma Category 2 168 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 219 km
1996 Boris Category 1 104 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 227 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 226 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 71 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 101 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 102 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 143 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 133 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 147 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 100 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (137 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 137 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 145 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 85°F (29°C) 0.1 in
May 86°F (30°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 7.0 in
July 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 9.3 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in

Paso de Arena has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 78°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.2") and March the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Paso de Arena

1 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

Libraries in Paso de Arena

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Paso de Arena

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado del Oro
Merza Antonio Castillo

Breweries in Paso de Arena

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervezas Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma

Airports Near Paso de Arena

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International AirportZIHLarge Airport
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 Paso de Arena

What is the population of Paso de Arena?

Paso de Arena has a population of 2,260 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,826.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paso de Arena?

Paso de Arena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.

How is the job market in Paso de Arena?

The job market in Paso de Arena is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 72 business establishments in the area.

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