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Tecuantepec, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Tecuantepec is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 850. Elevation: 1,493 ft (455 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

850 Population 2/sq mi density
1,493 ft Elevation 455 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
87.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population850
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain87.2 in/yr
Sunny Days350/yr
Elevation1,493 ft (455 m)
Population850
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,493 ft (455 m)
Coordinates17.0007°, -99.2482°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation87.2 inches (2,216 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tecuantepec

Tecuantepec is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 850. The city sits at an elevation of 1,493 feet (455 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: Tecuantepec vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tecuantepec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 350 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 87.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,493 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days350 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,493 ft (455 m)
Area373.8 sq mi (968.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.0007°N, 99.2482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.2"
130% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.45"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,240 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 74 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 122 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 133 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 63 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 30 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 97 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 96 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 106 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 120 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 103 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 108 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 80 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 136 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 138 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 144 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 21 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 71 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 59 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 12 km
2024 John Category 3 13 km
2023 Otis Category 5 68 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 272 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 295 km
2021 Rick Category 2 246 km
2017 Max Category 1 45 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 158 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 283 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 154 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 156 km
2006 John Category 4 245 km
2000 Carlotta Category 1 296 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 43 km
1997 Rick Category 2 167 km
1996 Boris Category 1 159 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 216 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 29 km
1984 Odile Category 2 168 km
1983 Lorena Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

16 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 44 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 97 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 23 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 73 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 80 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 58 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 44 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 56 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 74 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 35 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 124 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 122 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 12 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 73 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 144 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 73 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
May 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in
July 74°F (23°C) 11.3 in
August 78°F (26°C) 13.7 in
September 77°F (25°C) 14.5 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in

Tecuantepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 70°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.5") and March the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Tecuantepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central Tecoanapa
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Tecuantepec

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall Airport
Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González)Small Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall 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 Tecuantepec

What is the population of Tecuantepec?

Tecuantepec has a population of 850 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 373.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tecuantepec?

Tecuantepec 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 74°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.2 inches.

How is the job market in Tecuantepec?

The job market in Tecuantepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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