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San Miguel Comitlipa, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

San Miguel Comitlipa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 857. Elevation: 4,216 ft (1,285 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

857 Population 6/sq mi density
4,216 ft Elevation 1,285 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population857
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation4,216 ft (1,285 m)
Population857
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,216 ft (1,285 m)
Coordinates17.9652°, -98.5520°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (862 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Miguel Comitlipa

San Miguel Comitlipa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 857. The city sits at an elevation of 4,216 feet (1,285 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: San Miguel Comitlipa vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Miguel Comitlipa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 33.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,216 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,216 ft (1,285 m)
Area136.2 sq mi (352.7 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.9652°N, 98.5520°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.09"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

456 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M5.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 132 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 65 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 127 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 136 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 142 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 144 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 63 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 145 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 141 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 72 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 132 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 138 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 19 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 9 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 71 km
Aug 13, 2013 4 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M5.3 147 km
Aug 5, 1993 5 km N of San Martín Peras, Mexico M5.2 71 km
May 21, 2018 3 km NNE of Iliatenco, Mexico M5.2 100 km
Mar 13, 1996 12 km SE of Coacoyulichán, Mexico M5.2 144 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 40 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 4 125 km
2024 John Category 3 143 km
2023 Otis Category 5 185 km
2021 Grace Category 3 296 km
2017 Max Category 1 146 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 285 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 177 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 285 km
2010 Karl Category 3 212 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 149 km
1997 Rick Category 2 255 km
1996 Boris Category 1 283 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 128 km
1984 Odile Category 2 287 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 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 140 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 147 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 140 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 132 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 132 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (118 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 118 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 135 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 138 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 150 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 180 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 180 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 185 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 80°F (26°C) 0.7 in
May 80°F (27°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 7.1 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 6.6 in
August 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
September 75°F (24°C) 6.5 in
October 74°F (23°C) 2.4 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest

San Miguel Comitlipa has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 71°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.1") and December the driest (0.1").

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Museums in San Miguel Comitlipa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Mixtecayotl

Airports Near San Miguel Comitlipa

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall 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 San Miguel Comitlipa

What is the population of San Miguel Comitlipa?

San Miguel Comitlipa has a population of 857 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 136.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Miguel Comitlipa?

San Miguel Comitlipa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.

How is the job market in San Miguel Comitlipa?

The job market in San Miguel Comitlipa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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