Xalatzala, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Xalatzala is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 2,042. Elevation: 5,587 ft (1,703 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 2,042 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,587 ft (1,703 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.4736°, -98.5736° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.7 inches (907 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Xalatzala
Xalatzala is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 2,042. The city sits at an elevation of 5,587 feet (1,703 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,587 ft (1,703 m) |
| Area | 134.4 sq mi (348.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.4736°N, 98.5736°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 113 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 109 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 100 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 122 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 113 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 139 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 77 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 103 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 117 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 115 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 100 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 172 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 188 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 8.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 9.2 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in |
Xalatzala has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 61°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and March the driest (0.2").
Schools in Xalatzala
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRIMARIA MIGUEL HIDALGO Y COSTILLA | - | - | - | - |
| SECUNDARIA MAURILIO VALENCIA HERNANDEZ | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Xalatzala
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Xalatzala?
Xalatzala has a population of 2,042 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 134.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Xalatzala?
Xalatzala 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. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.
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