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Tonalapa del Río, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Tonalapa del Río is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 602. Elevation: 2,533 ft (772 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

602 Population 2/sq mi density
2,533 ft Elevation 772 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
32.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population602
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation2,533 ft (772 m)
Population602
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,533 ft (772 m)
Coordinates18.3420°, -99.6916°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation32.9 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tonalapa del Río

Tonalapa del Río is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 602. The city sits at an elevation of 2,533 feet (772 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 32.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: Tonalapa del Río vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tonalapa del Río 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 358 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 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,533 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,533 ft (772 m)
Area301.4 sq mi (780.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.3420°N, 99.6916°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"
14% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.17"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

689 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 129 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 90 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 73 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 128 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 82 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 148 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 75 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 148 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 56 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 148 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 133 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 73 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 129 km
Apr 13, 2007 4 km ENE of Cacalutla, Mexico M5.3 149 km
Jul 27, 2024 4 km NE of Platanillo, Mexico M5.3 141 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 148 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 126 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 145 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 114 km
Mar 6, 2001 7 km E of Las Compuertas, Mexico M5.1 131 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 4 144 km
2024 John Category 3 116 km
2023 Otis Category 5 96 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 282 km
2021 Rick Category 2 248 km
2017 Max Category 1 201 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 241 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 279 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 279 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 149 km
1996 Alma Category 2 289 km
1996 Boris Category 1 203 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 176 km
1984 Odile Category 2 241 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 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 127 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 127 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (86 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 86 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 101 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 132 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 136 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 145 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 150 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
May 76°F (24°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 9.2 in Wettest
July 64°F (18°C) 8.9 in
August 71°F (21°C) 8.7 in
September 70°F (21°C) 8.4 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.4 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Tonalapa del Río has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 60°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.2") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Tonalapa del Río

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero 92.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Tonalapa del Río

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de arte virreinal
Museo de Santa María de la Asunción
Museo William Spratling

Libraries in Tonalapa del Río

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Publica Sindical0.0

Farmers Markets in Tonalapa del Río

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Cocula, Gro
Mercado Municipal de Teloloapan

Airports Near Tonalapa del Río

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Mariano Matamoros International AirportCVJMedium Airport
Aeródromo ChiconcuacSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los OjuelosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Albatros Residencial AéreoSmall Airport
Tequesquitengo AirportSmall Airport
Vista Hermosa AirfieldSmall 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 Tonalapa del Río

What is the population of Tonalapa del Río?

Tonalapa del Río has a population of 602 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 301.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tonalapa del Río?

Tonalapa del Río 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 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.

How is the job market in Tonalapa del Río?

The job market in Tonalapa del Río is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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