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Xolapa, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Xolapa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 959. Elevation: 709 ft (216 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

959 Population 4/sq mi density
709 ft Elevation 216 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population959
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Population959
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Coordinates17.1606°, -99.6142°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,072 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Xolapa

Xolapa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 959. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet (216 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 31 business establishments.

Income: Xolapa vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Xolapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Geography

Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Area224.7 sq mi (582.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates17.1606°N, 99.6142°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.83"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,638 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 24, 2025.

Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 116 km
Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 147 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 134 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 106 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 121 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 148 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 34 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 140 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 142 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 143 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 64 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 138 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 127 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 117 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 43 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 23 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 96 km
Mar 20, 2021 6 km NNW of Marquelia, Mexico M5.7 101 km
May 5, 2011 2 km SE of Cuanacaxtitlán, Mexico M5.7 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 34 km
2024 John Category 3 25 km
2023 Otis Category 5 50 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 236 km
2021 Rick Category 2 214 km
2017 Max Category 1 74 km
2015 Marty Category 1 275 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 143 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 252 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 197 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 158 km
2006 John Category 4 242 km
1997 Pauline Category 3 20 km
1997 Rick Category 2 190 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 287 km
1996 Boris Category 1 141 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 212 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 71 km
1986 Agatha Category 1 282 km
1984 Odile Category 2 143 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

17 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 5 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 140 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 60 km
1732 S. MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 50 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 45 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 92 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 5 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 26 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 147 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 116 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 13 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 44 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 134 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 140 km
1868 S. MEXICO Earthquake 50 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 106 km
1833 S. MEXICO Earthquake 50 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
February 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
May 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 12.8 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 10.1 in
August 80°F (27°C) 12.4 in
September 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 5.2 in
November 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Xolapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.8") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Xolapa

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Telebachillerato Comunitario Num 237
Preescolar 27 De Octubre
Vicente Guerrero
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Radio Stations near Xolapa

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 98.5 (Acapulco) - 98.5 FM - XHMAR-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero 710 am, 98.5 fm MP3 128 kbps
BUENISIIMA 103.9 (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero 103.9 fm, acapulco MP3 128 kbps
BUENISIIMA (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero 103.9 fm, acapulco MP3 128 kbps
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero 99.7 fm, américa AAC+ 23 kbps
EXA FM 99.3 (Acapulco) - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero 99.3 fm, acapulco AAC+ 48 kbps
LA BESTIA GRUPERA 95.3 (Acapulco) - 95.3 FM - XHEVP-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero 95.3 fm, acapulco AAC+ 24 kbps
93.7 La Poderosa (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero 93.7 fm, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 kbps
W RADIO 101.5 (Acapulco) - 101.5 FM - XHBB-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero 101.5 fm, 1600 am MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM Acapulco - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero 99.3 fm, acapulco MP3 128 kbps
FM Globo (US) MP3 128 kbps
LA PODEROSA 93.7 (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero 93.7 fm, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 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

Museums in Xolapa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Municipal

Farmers Markets in Xolapa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Bicentenario
Mercado Xaltianguis

Airports Near Xolapa

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Juan N. Álvarez International AirportACALarge Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval AcapulcoSmall Airport
Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González)Small Airport
Chilpancingo National AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Xolapa

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
AA

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 Xolapa

What is the population of Xolapa?

Xolapa has a population of 959 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 224.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xolapa?

Xolapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.

How is the job market in Xolapa?

The job market in Xolapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 31 business establishments in the area.

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