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Santa Cruz, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Santa Cruz is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,102. Elevation: 2,953 ft (900 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,102 Population 9/sq mi density
2,953 ft Elevation 900 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
37.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,102
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation2,953 ft (900 m)
Population1,102
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation2,953 ft (900 m)
Coordinates17.7675°, -98.5706°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation37.0 inches (939 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,102. The city sits at an elevation of 2,953 feet (900 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments.

Income: Santa Cruz vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 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 37.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,953 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.9°F
37% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,953 ft (900 m)
Area128.0 sq mi (331.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates17.7675°N, 98.5706°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.56"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

709 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 110 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 146 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 87 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 138 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 114 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 140 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 120 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 123 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 81 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 80 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 124 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 145 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 110 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 129 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 131 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 147 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 40 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 140 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 30 km
Jun 7, 1992 8 km E of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M5.4 141 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 4 107 km
2024 John Category 3 124 km
2023 Otis Category 5 174 km
2017 Max Category 1 124 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 269 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 158 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 265 km
2010 Karl Category 3 225 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 127 km
1997 Rick Category 2 233 km
1996 Boris Category 1 269 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 107 km
1984 Odile Category 2 273 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 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 126 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 141 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 127 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 126 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 110 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 117 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 148 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 146 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (140 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 140 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 157 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 157 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 172 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 195 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
May 79°F (26°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 7.6 in Wettest
July 74°F (24°C) 7.6 in
August 74°F (23°C) 7.4 in
September 74°F (23°C) 7.0 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest

Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Santa Cruz

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Secundaria Netzahualcóyotl
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Airports Near Santa Cruz

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Santa Cruz

What is the population of Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz has a population of 1,102 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 128.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches.

How is the job market in Santa Cruz?

The job market in Santa Cruz is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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