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Petacalco, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Petacalco is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,715. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2,715 Population 9/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
46.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,715
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population2,715
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates17.9817°, -102.1084°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,175 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Petacalco

Petacalco is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 2,715. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 87 business establishments.

Income: Petacalco vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)87

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Petacalco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area303.0 sq mi (784.7 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates17.9817°N, 102.1084°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,100 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 11, 2025.

Sep 19, 2022 35 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M7.6 104 km
Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 137 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 73 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 128 km
Sep 22, 2022 55 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M6.8 95 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 46 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 95 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 67 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 79 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 71 km
Jan 12, 2025 18 km SE of Aquila, Mexico M6.2 145 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 101 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 14 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 113 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 77 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 123 km
Jul 25, 1991 61 km SW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.8 144 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 105 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 112 km
Apr 23, 1996 30 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.6 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Flossie Category 1 259 km
2024 John Category 2 98 km
2023 Otis Category 5 194 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 82 km
2022 Blas Category 1 294 km
2021 Rick Category 2 13 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 200 km
2017 Max Category 1 253 km
2015 Marty Category 1 154 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 141 km
2014 Polo Category 1 298 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 176 km
2013 Erick Category 1 175 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 205 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 133 km
2009 Andres Category 1 136 km
2006 John Category 4 136 km
2003 Olaf Category 1 277 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 278 km
1996 Alma Category 2 31 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

10 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 51 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 90 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 53 km
1973 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 56 109 km
2022 MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 2 104 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 137 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 14 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 12 km
1941 MEXICO Earthquake 84 121 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
June 83°F (28°C) 7.0 in
July 83°F (28°C) 9.1 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 9.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 13.3 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 4.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Petacalco has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.3") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Petacalco

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio De Bachilleres #35 Petacalco Guerrero
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Radio Stations near Petacalco

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
EL KUINO 96.1 (La Piedad) - 96.1 FM - XHPLPM-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - La Piedad, Michoacán 96.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Libraries in Petacalco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Álvaro Obregón0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Álvaro Obregón0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Guacamayas0.0
Guacamayas0.0

Farmers Markets in Petacalco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lázaro Cárdenas
Mercado Cuahutémoc
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Petacalco

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International AirportZIHLarge Airport
Lázaro Cárdenas AirportLZCMedium Airport
Tototan AirstripSmall Airport
Tumbiscatio AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Petacalco

16 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Análisis clínicos Curie
Análisis clínicos del doctor Simi
Celia
Centro de Salid
Centro de Salud Lázaro Cárdenas
Clínica de ojos Loreto
Clínica del pie
Clínica Fátima
Gabinete de rayos X
Laboratorio de análisis clínicos Melchor Ocampo
Laboratorio de análisis clínicos Melchor Ocampo
Laboratorio de diagnóstico clínico y microbiológico Lázaro Cárdenas
Médica Rontgen
Morelia
Purépecha
Santa Lucía Torre Médica

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 Petacalco

What is the population of Petacalco?

Petacalco has a population of 2,715 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 303.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Petacalco?

Petacalco 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 83°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.

How is the job market in Petacalco?

The job market in Petacalco is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 87 business establishments in the area.

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