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Zacapalco, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Zacapalco is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 892. Elevation: 4,127 ft (1,258 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 892 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,127 ft (1,258 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.5367°, -99.4445° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.9 inches (834 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zacapalco
Zacapalco is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 892. The city sits at an elevation of 4,127 feet (1,258 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 32.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Zacapalco vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 29 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,127 ft (1,258 m) |
| Area | 340.0 sq mi (880.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.5367°N, 99.4445°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | — | 150 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 150 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichinautzin (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 69 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 72 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 102 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Zacapalco has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 60°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.3") and December the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Zacapalco
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 96.1 (Taxco) - 96.1 FM - XHXC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Taxco, Guerrero | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100.1 VOX FM Radio Hits (Cuernavaca) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Ke Buena Cuernavaca 105.3 | además de lo mejor en música del género grupero y música del ayer y hoy 24hras, grupero | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LA COMADRE 101.7 (Cuautla) - 101.7 FM - XHCUT-FM - Grupo Diario de Morelos - Cuautla, Morelos | 101.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 100.1 (Morelos) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| BUENISIIMA 88.5 (Cuernavaca) - 88.5 FM - XHCM-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 88.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Taxco - 92.9 FM - XHTXO-FM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Taxco, Guerrero | 92.9 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lokura FM (Ixtapan de la Sal) - 99.5 FM - XHXI-FM - Capital Media - Ixtapan de la Sal, Estado de México | 99.5 fm, capital media | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| VOX FM Radio Hits 100.1 (Cuernavaca) - 100.1 FM - XHTIX-FM - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| El Adolfo Radio 91.9 FM | musica regional mexicana, regional mexican | MP3 192 kbps | |
| EXTASIS DIGITAL 107.7 (Cuernavaca) - 107.7 FM - XHASM-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 107.7 fm, 1970s | MP3 | |
| ARROBA FM 93.3 (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 93.3 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| @FM (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 93.3 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Los 40 Cuernavaca | moderno, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Zacapalco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura (Antigua Estacion Buenavista de Cuéllar) | ||||
| Centro Cultural Xochitepequense | ||||
| Museo de arte virreinal | ||||
| Museo Grutas de la Estrella | ||||
| Museo William Spratling |
Libraries in Zacapalco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benito Juarez | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Andrés Aponte Cardoso | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública de Huitzuco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Sindical | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zacapalco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Tetecala (Solo los dias Martes) | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Adolfo Ruiz Cortines | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Buenavista de Cuéllar | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Tetipac | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Xochitepec |
Stadiums & Teams in Zacapalco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Zacapalco
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Mariano Matamoros International Airport | CVJ | Medium Airport |
| Aeroclub Valle de Bravo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Chiconcuac | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Cuautla | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de la Hacienda Panoaya | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Taxco | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Los Filos | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Los Ojuelos | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Zacacoyuca | — | Small Airport |
| Albatros Residencial Aéreo | — | Small Airport |
| Tenango Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tequesquitengo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vista Hermosa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Zacapalco?
Zacapalco has a population of 892 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 340.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zacapalco?
Zacapalco 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 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.
How is the job market in Zacapalco?
The job market in Zacapalco is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 29 business establishments in the area.