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Rincón de la Cocina, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Rincón de la Cocina is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 766. Elevation: 2,733 ft (833 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

766 Population 2/sq mi density
2,733 ft Elevation 833 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population766
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation2,733 ft (833 m)
Population766
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,733 ft (833 m)
Coordinates18.2435°, -99.4670°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rincón de la Cocina

Rincón de la Cocina is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 766. The city sits at an elevation of 2,733 feet (833 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: Rincón de la Cocina vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Rincón de la Cocina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,733 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,733 ft (833 m)
Area390.3 sq mi (1,010.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.2435°N, 99.4670°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

717 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 M7.1 109 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 112 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 97 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 130 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 145 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 61 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 30 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 87 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 135 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 108 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 95 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 104 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 136 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 132 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 136 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 113 km
Mar 6, 2001 7 km E of Las Compuertas, Mexico M5.1 128 km
Jul 28, 2007 19 km S of Patambó, Mexico M5.1 147 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km N of Los Órganos de San Agustín, Mexico M5.1 149 km
Jul 16, 2023 3 km W of Paso de Arena, Mexico M5.1 149 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 4 128 km
2024 John Category 3 111 km
2023 Otis Category 5 107 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 295 km
2021 Rick Category 2 267 km
2017 Max Category 1 182 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 243 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 255 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 275 km
2010 Karl Category 1 290 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 141 km
1996 Boris Category 1 215 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 157 km
1984 Odile Category 2 243 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 117 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 149 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 117 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 144 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (100 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 100 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 101 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 124 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 136 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 143 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 153 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°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 78°F (26°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

Rincón de la Cocina has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 73°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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Radio Stations near Rincón de la Cocina

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 Rincón de la Cocina

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

Libraries in Rincón de la Cocina

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública de Huitzuco0.0

Farmers Markets in Rincón de la Cocina

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Buenavista de Cuéllar
Mercado Municipal de Cocula, Gro

Airports Near Rincón de la Cocina

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport
Tenango AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall 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 Rincón de la Cocina

What is the population of Rincón de la Cocina?

Rincón de la Cocina has a population of 766 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 390.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rincón de la Cocina?

Rincón de la Cocina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

How is the job market in Rincón de la Cocina?

The job market in Rincón de la Cocina is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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