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Xitopontla, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Xitopontla is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 829. Elevation: 5,226 ft (1,593 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

829 Population 2/sq mi density
5,226 ft Elevation 1,593 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
45.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population829
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation5,226 ft (1,593 m)
Population829
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,226 ft (1,593 m)
Coordinates17.7118°, -98.8429°
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 Xitopontla

Xitopontla is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 829. The city sits at an elevation of 5,226 feet (1,593 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 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: Xitopontla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Xitopontla 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 5,226 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

Elevation5,226 ft (1,593 m)
Area402.9 sq mi (1,043.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.7118°N, 98.8429°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.99"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,047 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 107 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 100 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 107 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 116 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 122 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 124 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 79 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 143 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 62 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 99 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 141 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 119 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 106 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 61 km
Oct 30, 1995 4 km ESE of Cuajinicuilapa, Mexico M5.6 148 km
Apr 26, 2011 8 km NNE of El Cortés, Mexico M5.5 117 km
Jun 7, 1992 8 km E of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M5.4 136 km
Mar 20, 2015 3 km SSE of Xicotlán, Mexico M5.4 50 km
Jan 13, 1990 5 km N of El Cortés, Mexico M5.3 121 km
Jul 5, 1998 1 km WSW of Bajos del Ejido, Mexico M5.3 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 84 km
2024 John Category 3 103 km
2023 Otis Category 5 145 km
2017 Max Category 1 113 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 244 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 168 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 246 km
2010 Karl Category 3 253 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 114 km
1997 Rick Category 2 234 km
1996 Boris Category 1 242 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 92 km
1984 Odile Category 2 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

10 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 98 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 140 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 108 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 146 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 138 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 98 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 128 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 107 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 90 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 102 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (148 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 148 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 155 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 165 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 178 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
May 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 7.5 in
July 64°F (18°C) 8.0 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 7.6 in
September 74°F (23°C) 7.6 in
October 74°F (23°C) 2.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in

Xitopontla has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 60°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and March the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Xitopontla

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
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 Xitopontla

What is the population of Xitopontla?

Xitopontla has a population of 829 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 402.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xitopontla?

Xitopontla 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 Xitopontla?

The job market in Xitopontla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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