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Tlaltempanapa, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Tlaltempanapa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,517. Elevation: 4,593 ft (1,400 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1,517 Population 12/sq mi density
4,593 ft Elevation 1,400 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,517
Density12/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Population1,517
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Coordinates17.7361°, -99.1772°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.9 inches (1,165 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tlaltempanapa

Tlaltempanapa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,517. The city sits at an elevation of 4,593 feet (1,400 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 49 business establishments.

Income: Tlaltempanapa vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tlaltempanapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 64°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 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,593 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Area128.7 sq mi (333.3 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates17.7361°N, 99.1772°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.15"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,838 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 M7.4 123 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 116 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 120 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 101 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 142 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 144 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 119 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 143 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 116 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 80 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 47 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 83 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 106 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 121 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 127 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 87 km
Jul 12, 1998 10 km SSW of El Papayo, Mexico M5.5 147 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 135 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 103 km
Jun 7, 1992 8 km E of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M5.4 148 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 72 km
2024 John Category 3 82 km
2023 Otis Category 5 115 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 297 km
2021 Rick Category 2 278 km
2017 Max Category 1 119 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 220 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 193 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 236 km
2010 Karl Category 2 282 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 99 km
1997 Rick Category 2 245 km
1996 Boris Category 1 214 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 290 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 95 km
1984 Odile Category 2 220 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

12 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 75 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 104 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 129 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 120 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 138 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 75 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 105 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 123 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 69 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 94 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 129 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (150 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 150 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 155 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 164 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 170 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 74°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
May 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 7.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 7.7 in
September 73°F (23°C) 7.6 in
October 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in

Tlaltempanapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 60°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Tlaltempanapa

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

Farmers Markets in Tlaltempanapa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Chilapa de Alvarez

Airports Near Tlaltempanapa

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall 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 Tlaltempanapa

What is the population of Tlaltempanapa?

Tlaltempanapa has a population of 1,517 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 128.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tlaltempanapa?

Tlaltempanapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.

How is the job market in Tlaltempanapa?

The job market in Tlaltempanapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 49 business establishments in the area.

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