San Vicente Palapa, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

San Vicente Palapa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,130. Elevation: 2,808 ft (856 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,130 Population 3/sq mi density
2,808 ft Elevation 856 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
32.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,130
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Elevation2,808 ft (856 m)
Population1,130
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation2,808 ft (856 m)
Coordinates18.3243°, -99.4110°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Vicente Palapa

San Vicente Palapa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,130. The city sits at an elevation of 2,808 feet (856 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

San Vicente Palapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,808 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Geography

Elevation2,808 ft (856 m)
Area390.3 sq mi (1,010.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates18.3243°N, 99.4110°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

552 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 M7.1 101 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 119 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 103 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 141 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 53 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 144 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 29 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 96 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 103 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 102 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 100 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 148 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 146 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 127 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 143 km
Mar 6, 2001 7 km E of Las Compuertas, Mexico M5.1 138 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 116 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 5 km
May 16, 2018 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M5.0 115 km
Aug 27, 1997 1 km NNW of El Limón, Mexico M5.0 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 137 km
2024 John Category 3 121 km
2023 Otis Category 5 117 km
2021 Rick Category 2 275 km
2017 Max Category 1 189 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 254 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 259 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 286 km
2010 Karl Category 1 283 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 150 km
1996 Boris Category 1 225 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 164 km
1984 Odile Category 2 254 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 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 - 127 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 127 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (89 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 89 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 95 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 114 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 125 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 133 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 149 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°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 64°F (18°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

San Vicente Palapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 60°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 San Vicente Palapa

3 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
LA COMADRE 101.7 (Cuautla) - 101.7 FM - XHCUT-FM - Grupo Diario de Morelos - Cuautla, Morelos 101.7 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 San Vicente Palapa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura (Antigua Estacion Buenavista de Cuéllar)
Museo de arte virreinal
Museo William Spratling

Libraries in San Vicente Palapa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública de Huitzuco0.0
Biblioteca Pública de Quetzalapa0.0
Biblioteca Publica Sindical0.0

Farmers Markets in San Vicente Palapa

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

Airports Near San Vicente Palapa

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo Chiconcuac-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Cuautla-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Taxco-Small Airport
Aeródromo Los Filos-Small Airport
Aeródromo Los Ojuelos-Small Airport
Aeródromo Zacacoyuca-Small Airport
Albatros Residencial Aéreo-Small Airport
Tenango Airport-Small Airport
Tequesquitengo Airport-Small Airport
Vista Hermosa Airfield-Small 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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What is the population of San Vicente Palapa?

San Vicente Palapa has a population of 1,130 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 390.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Vicente Palapa?

San Vicente Palapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.

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