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Popocatzin, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Popocatzin is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 507. Elevation: 3,645 ft (1,111 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

507 Population 2/sq mi density
3,645 ft Elevation 1,111 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population507
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Population507
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Coordinates17.3769°, -99.0208°
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 Popocatzin

Popocatzin is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 507. The city sits at an elevation of 3,645 feet (1,111 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 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: Popocatzin vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Popocatzin 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 3,645 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

Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Area336.0 sq mi (870.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.3769°N, 99.0208°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.91"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,557 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 M7.4 129 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 80 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 142 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 144 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 76 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 75 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 101 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 128 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 142 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 133 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 125 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 101 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 110 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 116 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 89 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 59 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 79 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 133 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 43 km
2024 John Category 3 61 km
2023 Otis Category 5 112 km
2021 Rick Category 2 281 km
2017 Max Category 1 76 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 205 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 154 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 204 km
2010 Karl Category 3 289 km
2006 John Category 4 293 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 75 km
1997 Rick Category 2 203 km
1996 Boris Category 1 205 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 265 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 53 km
1984 Odile Category 2 209 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 65 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 112 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 67 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 113 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 112 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 98 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 65 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 91 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 80 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 55 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 131 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 129 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 61 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 113 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (188 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 188 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 190 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 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
May 78°F (26°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 9.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 10.0 in
August 75°F (24°C) 10.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 10.9 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in

Popocatzin has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 60°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Popocatzin

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
DSS RADIO 107.9 (Chilpancingo) - 107.9 FM - XHSCAS-FM - Digital con Sentido Social 106.3, A.C. - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 107.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
W RADIO 105.1 (Chilpancingo) - 105.1 FM - XHEZUM-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 105.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Popocatzin

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca de Quechultenango0.0

Farmers Markets in Popocatzin

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Quechultenango
Mercado Municipal de Chilapa de Alvarez

Stadiums & Teams in Popocatzin

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Popocatzin

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall 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 Popocatzin

What is the population of Popocatzin?

Popocatzin has a population of 507 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 336.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Popocatzin?

Popocatzin 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 Popocatzin?

The job market in Popocatzin is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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