San Rafael, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
San Rafael is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,274. Elevation: 7,159 ft (2,182 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,274 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,159 ft (2,182 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.2267°, -98.4242° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.6 inches (1,210 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Rafael
San Rafael is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,274. The city sits at an elevation of 7,159 feet (2,182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,159 ft (2,182 m) |
| Area | 190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.2267°N, 98.4242°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 125 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 81 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 95 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 108 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 125 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 146 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 53 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 114 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 86 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 84 km |
| 1996 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 144 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 100 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 65°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 9.4 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 9.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
San Rafael has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 61°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.6") and March the driest (0.4").
Airports Near San Rafael
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of San Rafael?
San Rafael has a population of 1,274 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Rafael?
San Rafael 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 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.
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