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Petatlán, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Petatlán is a small city in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 21,659. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 21,659 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.5377°, -101.2680° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.4 inches (1,228 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Petatlán
Petatlán is a small city in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 21,659. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 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.
Income: Petatlán vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 693 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Petatlán
Petatlán has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (27°C), the coldest is Feb (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 1215 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 799.9 sq mi (2,071.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.5377°N, 101.2680°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1907 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 8 | 147 km |
| 1979 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 5 | 31 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | - | 50 km |
| 2014 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 35 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 114 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 106 km |
| 2002 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 75 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 41 km |
| 1845 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 93 km |
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 |
Petatlán 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").
Schools in Petatlán
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Secundaria Vicente Guerrero | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Cristobal Colón | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Netzahualcoyotl | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín de Niños Miguel Bernal Jiménez | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Petatlán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Sitio Xihuacan |
Clinics in Petatlán
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Petatlán
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport | ZIH | Large Airport |
| Las Bodas Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Petatlán
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de San Pedro Apóstol |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Petatlán?
Petatlán has a population of 21,659 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 799.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Petatlán?
Petatlán 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 Petatlán?
The job market in Petatlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 693 business establishments in the area.