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San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo), Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo) is a small city in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 8,698. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,698 Population 11/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population8,698
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population8,698
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates17.7022°, -101.6194°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation41.8 inches (1,061 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)

San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo) is a small city in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 8,698. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 278 business establishments.

Income: San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo) vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)278

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above Mexico avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area771.7 sq mi (1,998.8 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates17.7022°N, 101.6194°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.8"
10% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.50"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,327 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 11, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 77 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 133 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 113 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 70 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 109 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 127 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 54 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 106 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 106 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 127 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 70 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 149 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 41 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 102 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 73 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 109 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 101 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 65 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 63 km
Jul 25, 1991 61 km SW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.8 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 2 255 km
2025 Flossie Category 1 282 km
2024 John Category 3 115 km
2023 Otis Category 5 140 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 91 km
2022 Blas Category 1 294 km
2021 Rick Category 2 32 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 254 km
2017 Max Category 1 196 km
2015 Marty Category 1 137 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 154 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 148 km
2013 Erick Category 1 200 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 190 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 166 km
2009 Andres Category 1 154 km
2006 John Category 4 145 km
2001 Adolph Category 4 297 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 218 km
1996 Alma Category 2 89 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 9,500 111 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 38 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 12 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 77 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 73 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 65 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 113 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 82 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 7.7 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
September 80°F (27°C) 11.5 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 4.8 in
November 80°F (26°C) 0.6 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in

San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo) has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.5") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Tierra y Libertad
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Museums in San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Arqueológico

Libraries in San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Cuahutemoc0.0

Farmers Markets in San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International AirportZIHLarge Airport
Lázaro Cárdenas AirportLZCMedium Airport
Las Bodas AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla San José Ixtapa

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 José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)

What is the population of San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)?

San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo) has a population of 8,698 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 771.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)?

San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches.

How is the job market in San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo)?

The job market in San José Ixtapa (Barrio Viejo) is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 278 business establishments in the area.

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