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Pochutla, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Pochutla is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,201. Elevation: 3,793 ft (1,156 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1,201 Population 3/sq mi density
3,793 ft Elevation 1,156 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Pochutla

Pochutla

Pochutla District is located in the east of the Costa Region of the State of Oaxaca, Mexico and the southernmost district in Oaxaca. The primary city is San Pedro Pochutla.

People

Population1,201
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation3,793 ft (1,156 m)
Population1,201
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation3,793 ft (1,156 m)
Coordinates17.6591°, -98.8980°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,165 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pochutla

Pochutla is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,201. The city sits at an elevation of 3,793 feet (1,156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Pochutla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Pochutla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,793 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,793 ft (1,156 m)
Area402.9 sq mi (1,043.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.6591°N, 98.8980°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.84"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,290 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 148 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 103 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 108 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 102 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 108 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 120 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 121 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 144 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 135 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 84 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 136 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 91 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 64 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 150 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 102 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 114 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 69 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 144 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 109 km
Jun 7, 1992 8 km E of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M5.4 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 75 km
2024 John Category 3 95 km
2023 Otis Category 5 137 km
2017 Max Category 1 107 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 235 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 167 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 238 km
2010 Karl Category 3 261 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 107 km
1997 Rick Category 2 230 km
1996 Boris Category 1 234 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 298 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 85 km
1984 Odile Category 2 237 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

15 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 90 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 136 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 101 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 143 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 138 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 131 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 90 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 120 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 103 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 82 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 150 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 148 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 95 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 143 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (154 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 154 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 160 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 171 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 185 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in
May 75°F (24°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 9.2 in
July 64°F (18°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 9.7 in
September 71°F (22°C) 9.5 in
October 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.2 in

Pochutla has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Pochutla

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela primaria Ignacio Allende
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Airports Near Pochutla

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National 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 Pochutla

What is the population of Pochutla?

Pochutla has a population of 1,201 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 402.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pochutla?

Pochutla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.

How is the job market in Pochutla?

The job market in Pochutla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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