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Popoyatlajco, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Popoyatlajco is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 592. Elevation: 5,712 ft (1,741 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

592 Population 2/sq mi density
5,712 ft Elevation 1,741 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
45.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population592
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation5,712 ft (1,741 m)
Population592
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,712 ft (1,741 m)
Coordinates17.5006°, -99.2694°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,145 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Popoyatlajco

Popoyatlajco is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 592. The city sits at an elevation of 5,712 feet (1,741 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: Popoyatlajco vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Popoyatlajco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,712 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,712 ft (1,741 m)
Area336.0 sq mi (870.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.5006°N, 99.2694°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.1"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.37"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,286 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 107 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 143 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 73 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 129 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 101 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 129 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 92 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 108 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 73 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 103 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 55 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 106 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 106 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 110 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 150 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 139 km
Jul 12, 1998 10 km SSW of El Papayo, Mexico M5.5 125 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 75 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 100 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 45 km
2024 John Category 3 61 km
2023 Otis Category 5 94 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 280 km
2021 Rick Category 2 260 km
2017 Max Category 1 97 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 195 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 183 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 208 km
2006 John Category 4 293 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 72 km
1997 Rick Category 2 223 km
1996 Boris Category 1 191 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 263 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 73 km
1984 Odile Category 2 195 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

13 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 49 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 138 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 78 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 103 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 96 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 113 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 49 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 79 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 107 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 41 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 67 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 103 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (176 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 176 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 183 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 186 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 7.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 9.4 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 9.1 in
September 72°F (22°C) 9.2 in
October 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in

Popoyatlajco has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 68°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.4") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Popoyatlajco

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

Museums in Popoyatlajco

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa museo José Juárez UAGro
Museo Interactivo "La Avispa"
Museo Interactivo "La Avispa"
Museo Regional de Guerrero

Libraries in Popoyatlajco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca de Quechultenango0.0
Biblioteca Pública Central Estatal Gobierno del Estado0.0

Farmers Markets in Popoyatlajco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Colonia del Pri
Mercado de Quechultenango
Mercado Municipal de Chilapa de Alvarez

Stadiums & Teams in Popoyatlajco

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Popoyatlajco

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall Airport
Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González)Small Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Popoyatlajco

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral de Guerrero (CRIG)

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 Popoyatlajco

What is the population of Popoyatlajco?

Popoyatlajco has a population of 592 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 Popoyatlajco?

Popoyatlajco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches.

How is the job market in Popoyatlajco?

The job market in Popoyatlajco is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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