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Tlacoapa, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Tlacoapa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,486. Elevation: 4,629 ft (1,411 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1,486 Population 8/sq mi density
4,629 ft Elevation 1,411 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Tlacoapa

Tlacoapa is a city and seat of the municipality of Tlacoapa, in the Mexican state of Guerrero.

People

Population1,486
Density8/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation4,629 ft (1,411 m)
Population1,486
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation4,629 ft (1,411 m)
Coordinates17.2636°, -98.7486°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tlacoapa

Tlacoapa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,486. The city sits at an elevation of 4,629 feet (1,411 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 48 business establishments.

Income: Tlacoapa vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)48

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tlacoapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 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 35.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,629 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,629 ft (1,411 m)
Area190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates17.2636°N, 98.7486°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.59"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,405 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 56 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 102 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 128 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 146 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 118 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 57 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 141 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 90 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 73 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 109 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 107 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 75 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 129 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 141 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 129 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 135 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 110 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 143 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 54 km
2024 John Category 3 71 km
2023 Otis Category 5 128 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 283 km
2017 Max Category 1 65 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 217 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 124 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 207 km
2010 Karl Category 3 275 km
2006 John Category 3 295 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 68 km
1997 Rick Category 2 183 km
1996 Boris Category 1 217 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 272 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 49 km
1984 Odile Category 2 229 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 91 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 89 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 70 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 133 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 136 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 93 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 91 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 113 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 56 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 80 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 104 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 102 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 71 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 136 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 133 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (196 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 71°F (21°C) 9.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 10.5 in
August 69°F (21°C) 10.5 in
September 69°F (20°C) 10.6 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in

Tlacoapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 61°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.6") and March the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Tlacoapa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria José María Pino Suarez
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Airports Near Tlacoapa

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 Tlacoapa

What is the population of Tlacoapa?

Tlacoapa has a population of 1,486 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tlacoapa?

Tlacoapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.

How is the job market in Tlacoapa?

The job market in Tlacoapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 48 business establishments in the area.

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