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San Cristóbal, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

San Cristóbal is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,076. Elevation: 2,894 ft (882 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1,076 Population 1/sq mi density
2,894 ft Elevation 882 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
54.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,076
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation2,894 ft (882 m)
Population1,076
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,894 ft (882 m)
Coordinates17.2758°, -99.9395°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation54.4 inches (1,381 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Cristóbal

San Cristóbal is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,076. The city sits at an elevation of 2,894 feet (882 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 34 business establishments.

Income: San Cristóbal vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Cristóbal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,894 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.3°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,894 ft (882 m)
Area865.1 sq mi (2,240.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.2758°N, 99.9395°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.4"
43% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.17"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,556 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 24, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 111 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 115 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 104 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 142 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 86 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 117 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 65 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 128 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 147 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 28 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 93 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 82 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 27 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 139 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 59 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 125 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 68 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 137 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 147 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 71 km
2024 John Category 3 15 km
2023 Otis Category 5 19 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 205 km
2021 Rick Category 2 184 km
2017 Max Category 1 90 km
2015 Marty Category 1 246 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 127 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 226 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 234 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 158 km
2006 John Category 4 230 km
1997 Rick Category 2 213 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 40 km
1996 Alma Category 2 273 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 254 km
1996 Boris Category 1 118 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 199 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 284 km
1989 Ismael Category 1 292 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 37 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 95 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 53 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 31 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 124 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 37 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 37 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 110 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 47 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 79 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 104 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 104 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 53 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 77 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 53 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
May 76°F (25°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 9.6 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.2 in
August 74°F (24°C) 10.7 in
September 74°F (23°C) 12.2 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in

San Cristóbal has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.2") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San Cristóbal

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 98.5 (Acapulco) - 98.5 FM - XHMAR-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero 710 am, 98.5 fm MP3 128 kbps
BUENISIIMA 103.9 (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero 103.9 fm, acapulco MP3 128 kbps
BUENISIIMA (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero 103.9 fm, acapulco MP3 128 kbps
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
EXA FM 99.3 (Acapulco) - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero 99.3 fm, acapulco AAC+ 48 kbps
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 95.3 (Acapulco) - 95.3 FM - XHEVP-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero 95.3 fm, acapulco AAC+ 24 kbps
93.7 La Poderosa (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero 93.7 fm, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 kbps
W RADIO 101.5 (Acapulco) - 101.5 FM - XHBB-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero 101.5 fm, 1600 am MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM Acapulco - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero 99.3 fm, acapulco MP3 128 kbps
FM Globo (US) MP3 128 kbps
LA PODEROSA 93.7 (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero 93.7 fm, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 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

Farmers Markets in San Cristóbal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Del Pueblo
Mercado Xaltianguis

Airports Near San Cristóbal

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Atoyac AirstripSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall Airport
Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González)Small 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 San Cristóbal

What is the population of San Cristóbal?

San Cristóbal has a population of 1,076 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 865.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Cristóbal?

San Cristóbal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.4 inches.

How is the job market in San Cristóbal?

The job market in San Cristóbal is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.

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