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Xochipala, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Xochipala is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 3,620. Elevation: 3,510 ft (1,070 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

3,620 Population 11/sq mi density
3,510 ft Elevation 1,070 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
38.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Xochipala

Xochipala

Xochipala is a minor archaeological site in the Mexican state of Guerrero, whose name has become attached, somewhat erroneously, to a style of Formative Period figurines and pottery from 1500 to 200 BCE. The archaeological site is much later and belongs to the Classic and Postclassic eras, approximately 200–1400 CE.

People

Population3,620
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation3,510 ft (1,070 m)
Population3,620
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation3,510 ft (1,070 m)
Coordinates17.8118°, -99.6398°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation38.4 inches (975 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Xochipala

Xochipala is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 3,620. The city sits at an elevation of 3,510 feet (1,070 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 116 business establishments.

Income: Xochipala vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)116

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Xochipala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,510 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,510 ft (1,070 m)
Area339.0 sq mi (878.1 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates17.8118°N, 99.6398°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.4"
1% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.03"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,024 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 149 km
Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 147 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 142 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 134 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 102 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 105 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 98 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 141 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 129 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 82 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 93 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 102 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 60 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 56 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 89 km
May 22, 2009 3 km E of Chila de la Sal, Mexico M5.6 130 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 125 km
Jul 12, 1998 10 km SSW of El Papayo, Mexico M5.5 118 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 87 km
Mar 31, 1993 6 km NNW of San Luis de La Loma, Mexico M5.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 87 km
2024 John Category 3 59 km
2023 Otis Category 5 71 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 255 km
2021 Rick Category 2 237 km
2017 Max Category 1 143 km
2015 Marty Category 1 299 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 193 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 285 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 236 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 224 km
2006 John Category 4 297 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 91 km
1997 Rick Category 2 261 km
1996 Alma Category 2 293 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 300 km
1996 Boris Category 1 174 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 267 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 122 km
1984 Odile Category 2 193 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

13 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 68 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 122 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 116 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 98 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 68 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 93 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 149 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 70 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 107 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 142 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 116 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 136 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (145 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 145 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 151 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 172 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 185 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 188 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.0 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 7.5 in
July 77°F (25°C) 8.0 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 8.0 in
September 76°F (24°C) 8.0 in
October 76°F (24°C) 3.1 in
November 74°F (24°C) 0.6 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Xochipala has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Xochipala

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
DSS RADIO 107.9 (Chilpancingo) - 107.9 FM - XHSCAS-FM - Digital con Sentido Social 106.3, A.C. - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 107.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
W RADIO 105.1 (Chilpancingo) - 105.1 FM - XHEZUM-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 105.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Xochipala

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Xochipala

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de San Martín de Porres

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 Xochipala

What is the population of Xochipala?

Xochipala has a population of 3,620 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 339.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xochipala?

Xochipala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches.

How is the job market in Xochipala?

The job market in Xochipala is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 116 business establishments in the area.

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