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Pololcingo, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Pololcingo is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,765. Elevation: 2,972 ft (906 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,765 Population 3/sq mi density
2,972 ft Elevation 906 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
32.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,765
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation2,972 ft (906 m)
Population1,765
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation2,972 ft (906 m)
Coordinates18.2811°, -99.3925°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pololcingo

Pololcingo is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,765. The city sits at an elevation of 2,972 feet (906 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 32.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Pololcingo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Pololcingo 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 358 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 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,972 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,972 ft (906 m)
Area662.9 sq mi (1,717.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates18.2811°N, 99.3925°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 100 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 121 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 105 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 138 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 52 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 24 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 139 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 96 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 101 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 103 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 97 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 142 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 146 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 145 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 125 km
Oct 29, 2001 Guerrero, Mexico M5.1 147 km
Mar 6, 2001 7 km E of Las Compuertas, Mexico M5.1 135 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 111 km
May 16, 2018 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M5.0 116 km
Mar 5, 2001 6 km E of Las Compuertas, Mexico M5.0 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 132 km
2024 John Category 3 117 km
2023 Otis Category 5 116 km
2021 Rick Category 2 276 km
2017 Max Category 1 183 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 251 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 254 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 282 km
2010 Karl Category 1 282 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 146 km
1996 Boris Category 1 224 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 159 km
1984 Odile Category 2 251 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

4 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 - 122 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 122 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 150 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 121 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (93 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 93 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 100 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 116 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 127 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 136 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 154 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 8.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 8.3 in
August 78°F (25°C) 8.8 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 8.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Pololcingo has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 60°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.8") and February the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Pololcingo

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Emiliano Zapata - - - -
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Radio Stations near Pololcingo

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Pololcingo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura (Antigua Estacion Buenavista de Cuéllar)

Libraries in Pololcingo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública de Huitzuco0.0
Biblioteca Pública de Quetzalapa0.0

Farmers Markets in Pololcingo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Buenavista de Cuéllar

Airports Near Pololcingo

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo Chiconcuac-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Cuautla-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Taxco-Small Airport
Aeródromo Los Filos-Small Airport
Aeródromo Los Ojuelos-Small Airport
Aeródromo Zacacoyuca-Small Airport
Albatros Residencial Aéreo-Small Airport
Chilpancingo National Airport-Small Airport
Tenango Airport-Small Airport
Tequesquitengo Airport-Small Airport
Vista Hermosa Airfield-Small 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 Pololcingo

What is the population of Pololcingo?

Pololcingo has a population of 1,765 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 662.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pololcingo?

Pololcingo 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 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.

How is the job market in Pololcingo?

The job market in Pololcingo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 56 business establishments in the area.

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