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Tlalquetzalapa, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Tlalquetzalapa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 810. Elevation: 5,322 ft (1,622 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

810 Population 6/sq mi density
5,322 ft Elevation 1,622 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population810
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation5,322 ft (1,622 m)
Population810
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation5,322 ft (1,622 m)
Coordinates17.4992°, -98.7200°
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 Tlalquetzalapa

Tlalquetzalapa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 810. The city sits at an elevation of 5,322 feet (1,622 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 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: Tlalquetzalapa vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tlalquetzalapa 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 5,322 feet, a high-altitude location.

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

Elevation5,322 ft (1,622 m)
Area134.4 sq mi (348.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates17.4992°N, 98.7200°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.28"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,562 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 81 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 123 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 147 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 119 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 140 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 83 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 108 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 96 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 135 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 97 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 130 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 145 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 104 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 89 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 93 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 97 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 80 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 125 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 142 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 76 km
2024 John Category 3 91 km
2023 Otis Category 5 145 km
2017 Max Category 1 91 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 237 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 141 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 231 km
2010 Karl Category 3 256 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 94 km
1997 Rick Category 2 208 km
1996 Boris Category 1 238 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 294 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 73 km
1984 Odile Category 2 244 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

15 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 99 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 114 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 93 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 148 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 147 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 118 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 99 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 126 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 81 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 89 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 125 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 123 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 91 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 148 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (170 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 170 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 181 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 187 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) 0.9 in
May 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 9.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 10.1 in
August 68°F (20°C) 10.3 in Wettest
September 68°F (20°C) 10.0 in
October 67°F (19°C) 4.0 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in

Tlalquetzalapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 61°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.3") and March the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Tlalquetzalapa

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 Tlalquetzalapa

What is the population of Tlalquetzalapa?

Tlalquetzalapa has a population of 810 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 134.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tlalquetzalapa?

Tlalquetzalapa 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 Tlalquetzalapa?

Tlalquetzalapa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 26 business establishments in the area.

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