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Placeres del Oro, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Placeres del Oro is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,622. Elevation: 1,257 ft (383 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,622 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,257 ft (383 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2358°, -100.9020° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.2 inches (1,071 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Placeres del Oro
Placeres del Oro is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,622. The city sits at an elevation of 1,257 feet (383 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.
Income: Placeres del Oro vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 52 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,257 ft (383 m) |
| Area | 1,826.8 sq mi (4,731.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2358°N, 100.9020°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 61 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 92 km |
| 2014 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 94 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 136 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 126 km |
| 2002 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 139 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 93 km |
| 1845 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (147 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 147 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 155 km |
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 |
Placeres del Oro 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").
Radio Stations near Placeres del Oro
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 Placeres del Oro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Placeres del Oro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado del Oro | |||||
| Merza Antonio Castillo |
Breweries in Placeres del Oro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervezas Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma |
Airports Near Placeres del Oro
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International Airport | ZIH | Large Airport |
| El Baztán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Huetamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Placeres del Oro?
Placeres del Oro has a population of 1,622 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 Placeres del Oro?
Placeres del Oro 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 Placeres del Oro?
The job market in Placeres del Oro is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 52 business establishments in the area.