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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).

2,042 Population 15/sq mi density
5,587 ft Elevation 1,703 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,042
Density15/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation5,587 ft (1,703 m)
Population2,042
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation5,587 ft (1,703 m)
Coordinates17.4736°, -98.5736°
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 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.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Xalatzala vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Xalatzala 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 5,587 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

Elevation5,587 ft (1,703 m)
Area134.4 sq mi (348.1 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates17.4736°N, 98.5736°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.45"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,539 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 11, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 115 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 77 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 137 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 120 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 132 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 81 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 146 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 118 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 88 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 132 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 91 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 123 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 148 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 111 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 148 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 142 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 105 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 101 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 77 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 97 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 83 km
2024 John Category 3 100 km
2023 Otis Category 5 156 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 288 km
2017 Max Category 1 93 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 246 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 130 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 237 km
2010 Karl Category 3 246 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 97 km
1997 Rick Category 2 201 km
1996 Boris Category 1 246 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 78 km
1984 Odile Category 2 256 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 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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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Schools in Xalatzala

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
PRIMARIA MIGUEL HIDALGO Y COSTILLA
SECUNDARIA MAURILIO VALENCIA HERNANDEZ
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Airports Near Xalatzala

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 Xalatzala

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. 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 Xalatzala?

The job market in Xalatzala is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

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