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Tepechicotlán, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Tepechicotlán is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,480. Elevation: 3,419 ft (1,042 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1,480 Population 5/sq mi density
3,419 ft Elevation 1,042 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
42.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,480
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Population1,480
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Coordinates17.4832°, -99.4155°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation42.3 inches (1,075 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tepechicotlán

Tepechicotlán is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,480. The city sits at an elevation of 3,419 feet (1,042 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 47 business establishments.

Income: Tepechicotlán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tepechicotlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,419 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Area303.6 sq mi (786.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates17.4832°N, 99.4155°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.3"
11% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.25"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,312 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 M7.4 117 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 110 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 144 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 140 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 68 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 140 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 139 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 85 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 139 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 139 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 116 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 79 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 78 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 90 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 50 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 112 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 115 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 136 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 123 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 44 km
2024 John Category 3 46 km
2023 Otis Category 5 79 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 265 km
2021 Rick Category 2 244 km
2017 Max Category 1 101 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 182 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 286 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 195 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 200 km
2006 John Category 4 283 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 62 km
1997 Rick Category 2 222 km
1996 Boris Category 1 177 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 252 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 78 km
1984 Odile Category 2 182 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

14 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 37 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 146 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 79 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 92 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 82 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 114 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 37 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 67 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 117 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 33 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 66 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 92 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 137 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 92 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (180 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 180 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 184 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
May 76°F (25°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 7.4 in
July 74°F (23°C) 9.0 in
August 74°F (23°C) 8.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 9.3 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in

Tepechicotlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 69°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.3") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Tepechicotlán

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
DSS RADIO 107.9 (Chilpancingo) - 107.9 FM - XHSCAS-FM - Digital con Sentido Social 106.3, A.C. - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 107.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
W RADIO 105.1 (Chilpancingo) - 105.1 FM - XHEZUM-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 105.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Tepechicotlán

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa museo José Juárez UAGro
Museo Interactivo "La Avispa"
Museo Interactivo "La Avispa"
Museo Regional de Guerrero

Libraries in Tepechicotlán

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca de Quechultenango0.0
Biblioteca Pública Central Estatal Gobierno del Estado0.0

Farmers Markets in Tepechicotlán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Colonia del Pri
Mercado de Quechultenango
Mercado Municipal de Chilapa de Alvarez

Stadiums & Teams in Tepechicotlán

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tepechicotlán

5 airports within the area.

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

Treatment Centers in Tepechicotlán

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral de Guerrero (CRIG)

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 Tepechicotlán

What is the population of Tepechicotlán?

Tepechicotlán has a population of 1,480 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 303.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tepechicotlán?

Tepechicotlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches.

How is the job market in Tepechicotlán?

The job market in Tepechicotlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 47 business establishments in the area.

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