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Tlacotepec, Mexico

Morelos · Mexico

Tlacotepec is a small city in Morelos, Mexico with a population of 5,087. Elevation: 5,823 ft (1,775 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

5,087 Population 145/sq mi density
5,823 ft Elevation 1,775 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Tlacotepec

Tlacotepec

Tlacotepec is a city in the southern Mexican state of Guerrero. It serves as the seat of the municipality of General Heliodoro Castillo.

People

Population5,087
Density145/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation5,823 ft (1,775 m)
Population5,087
Population Density145 / sq mi
Elevation5,823 ft (1,775 m)
Coordinates18.8144°, -98.7451°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMorelos
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (801 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tlacotepec

Tlacotepec is a small city in Mexico (Morelos) with a population of 5,087. The city sits at an elevation of 5,823 feet (1,775 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 163 business establishments.

Income: Tlacotepec vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)163

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tlacotepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,823 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,823 ft (1,775 m)
Area35.2 sq mi (91.0 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates18.8144°N, 98.7451°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.56"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

283 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 40 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 146 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 48 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 88 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 84 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 90 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 94 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 93 km
Jul 19, 2016 4 km NNW of Copanatoyac, Mexico M5.1 146 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 87 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 104 km
Dec 14, 1999 5 km NW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.8 82 km
May 26, 2005 7 km ESE of Cocula, Mexico M4.7 111 km
Dec 27, 1999 4 km SW of Santa Cruz Tacache de Mina, Mexico M4.7 127 km
Jun 16, 2007 9 km WNW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.6 82 km
Sep 22, 2016 3 km NNW of Xochihuehuetlán, Mexico M4.6 101 km
Sep 7, 2010 6 km WNW of Xicotlán, Mexico M4.5 84 km
Sep 8, 1999 3 km NW of Tamazola, Mexico M4.5 136 km
Jun 29, 2013 10 km WNW of Tequicuilco, Mexico M4.5 93 km
Sep 11, 2019 2 km SSW of Maxela, Mexico M4.4 125 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 3 200 km
2024 John Category 3 202 km
2023 Otis Category 5 206 km
2021 Grace Category 3 217 km
2017 Katia Category 2 263 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 261 km
2017 Max Category 1 236 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 273 km
2010 Karl Category 3 205 km
2007 Dean Category 2 241 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 255 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 226 km
1993 Gert Category 2 258 km
1990 Diana Category 2 271 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 215 km
1988 Debby Category 1 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (27 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 27 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 42 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 50 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 55 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 111 km
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 143 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 157 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 160 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 167 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 167 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 171 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
May 76°F (24°C) 2.5 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 7.6 in Wettest
July 62°F (16°C) 6.7 in
August 71°F (22°C) 7.2 in
September 70°F (21°C) 6.9 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Tlacotepec has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 56°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Tlacotepec

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FRECUENCIA 106.9 (CDMX) - 106.9 FM - XHSCCA-FM - Comunicadores Comunitarios del Arte y la Cultura, A.C. - Ciudad de México 106.9 fm, américa MP3 192 kbps
100.1 VOX FM Radio Hits (Cuernavaca) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos 100.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
+Radio en Redes (Atlixco) - Online - www.radioenredes.com - Atlixco, Puebla américa, atlixco AAC+
La Ke Buena Cuernavaca 105.3 además de lo mejor en música del género grupero y música del ayer y hoy 24hras, grupero MP3 64 kbps
LA MAGNÍFICA 99.9 (Atlixco) - 99.9 FM - XHEV-FM - Tribuna Comunicación - Atlixco, Puebla 99.9 fm, atlixco AAC
105.5 La Z (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
BUENISIIMA 88.5 (Cuernavaca) - 88.5 FM - XHCM-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Cuernavaca, Morelos 88.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 100.1 (Morelos) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos 100.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
LA COMADRE 101.7 (Cuautla) - 101.7 FM - XHCUT-FM - Grupo Diario de Morelos - Cuautla, Morelos 101.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LA Z 105.5 (Atotonilco) - 105.5 FM - XHHE-FM - XHHE Radio / Grupo Radio Centro - Atotonilco, Jalisco 105.5 fm, américa MP3
El Adolfo Radio 91.9 FM musica regional mexicana, regional mexican MP3 192 kbps
SOL FM 101.3 (Atlixco) - 101.3 FM - XHVP-FM - Cinco Radio - Atlixco, Puebla 101.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
VOX FM Radio Hits 100.1 (Cuernavaca) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos 100.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
EXTASIS DIGITAL 107.7 (Cuernavaca) - 107.7 FM - XHASM-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos 107.7 fm, 1970s MP3
+Oxygn Radio (Atlixco) - Online - www.oxygenradio.com - Atlixco, Puebla américa, atlixco MP3 320 kbps
ARROBA FM 93.3 (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos 93.3 fm, @fm MP3
@FM (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos 93.3 fm, @fm MP3
Los 40 Cuernavaca moderno, pop MP3 128 kbps
Contacto 98.9 (Chalco) - 98.9 FM - XHCHAL-FM - Chalco, Estado de México 98.9 fm, chalco MP3 112 kbps
CONTACTO 98.9 (Chalco) - 98.9 FM - XHCHAL-FM - Comunicaciones en Contacto, Cultura y Bienestar Social, A.C. - Chalco, Estado de México 98.9 fm, américa MP3 112 kbps
Radio Calpulalpan (Calpulalpan) - 94.3 FM - XHCAL-FM - CORACYT - Calpulalpan, Tlaxcala 94.3, 94.3 fm MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Tlacotepec

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ex-convento de San Juan Bautista
La Cerería
Museo de la casa de Zapata
Museo del Oriente de Morelos "Casa de Morelos"
Museo vivencia ferrocarril 279

Libraries in Tlacotepec

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca publica0.0

Farmers Markets in Tlacotepec

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
CENTRAL DE ABASTOS DE CUAUTLA
central de abastos de la esquina
Mercado "Pablo Torres Burgos"
Mercado Amayucaa
Mercado Cuautla
Mercado de sabores
Mercado de Yecapixtla
Mercado Hermenegildo Galeana
Mercado Municipal
MERCADO MUNICIPAL
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal Ayala
Mercado Municipal de Atlautla
Mercado Municipal de Tetela del Volcán
Mercado Municipal Emiliano Zapata
mercado municipal.
Mercado Temoac
PLAZA SOLIDARIDAD 12 DE OCTUBRE
Siglo XXI

Stadiums & Teams in Tlacotepec

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tlacotepec

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hermanos Serdán International AirportPBCLarge Airport
Mexico City Benito Juárez International AirportMEXLarge Airport
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo AtlixcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de CuautlaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de la Hacienda PanoayaSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Base Nº19 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Mexico City Air BaseSmall Airport
Tenango AirportSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Tlaxcala AirstripSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tlacotepec

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Templo de la Asunción

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 Tlacotepec

What is the population of Tlacotepec?

Tlacotepec has a population of 5,087 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 35.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tlacotepec?

Tlacotepec enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

How is the job market in Tlacotepec?

The job market in Tlacotepec is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 163 business establishments in the area.

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