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Xalpitzáhuac, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Xalpitzáhuac is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 981. Elevation: 7,723 ft (2,354 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

981 Population 5/sq mi density
7,723 ft Elevation 2,354 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population981
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation7,723 ft (2,354 m)
Population981
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation7,723 ft (2,354 m)
Coordinates17.4253°, -98.8771°
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 Xalpitzáhuac

Xalpitzáhuac is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 981. The city sits at an elevation of 7,723 feet (2,354 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 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 31 business establishments.

Income: Xalpitzáhuac vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Xalpitzáhuac 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 7,723 feet, a high-altitude location.

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

Elevation7,723 ft (2,354 m)
Area190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates17.4253°N, 98.8771°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.75"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,235 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 124 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 78 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 150 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 132 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 76 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 90 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 96 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 129 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 M6.0 129 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 141 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 147 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 126 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 110 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 75 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 145 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 88 km
May 24, 2014 2 km S of San Sebastián Ixcapa, Mexico M5.7 127 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 58 km
2024 John Category 3 74 km
2023 Otis Category 5 127 km
2021 Rick Category 2 297 km
2017 Max Category 1 81 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 219 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 146 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 216 km
2010 Karl Category 3 274 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 82 km
1997 Rick Category 2 205 km
1996 Boris Category 1 220 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 278 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 60 km
1984 Odile Category 2 225 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 81 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 110 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 78 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 129 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 128 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 106 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 81 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 107 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 78 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 71 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 126 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 124 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 74 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

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (180 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 180 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 186 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
May 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 10.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 10.5 in
August 69°F (21°C) 10.8 in Wettest
September 68°F (20°C) 10.7 in
October 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in

Xalpitzáhuac has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Xalpitzáhuac

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Santa CruzSmall 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 Xalpitzáhuac

What is the population of Xalpitzáhuac?

Xalpitzáhuac has a population of 981 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xalpitzáhuac?

Xalpitzáhuac 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 Xalpitzáhuac?

The unemployment rate in Xalpitzáhuac is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 31 business establishments in the area.

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