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Zacapuato, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Zacapuato is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,860. Elevation: 1,194 ft (364 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

1,860 Population 3/sq mi density
1,194 ft Elevation 364 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Zacapuato

Zacapuato is a town in the municipality of Cutzamala de Pinzón, Guerrero, Mexico. It is the second largest town in the municipality, after Cutzamala, the municipal seat. As of the 2020 Mexican Census the population of the town is 1,697.

People

Population1,860
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.2%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Population1,860
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Coordinates18.6687°, -100.6065°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zacapuato

Zacapuato is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,860. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet (364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 60 business establishments.

Income: Zacapuato vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)60

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zacapuato has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.6°F
55% above Mexico avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Area551.2 sq mi (1,427.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates18.6687°N, 100.6065°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.12"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

621 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 M7.2 147 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 125 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 101 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 105 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 57 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 106 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 43 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 65 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 99 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 102 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 69 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 136 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 60 km
Mar 11, 1993 8 km WSW of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 134 km
Jul 18, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 125 km
Mar 31, 1992 11 km NW of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 144 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 50 km
Mar 27, 2009 17 km NNE of San Luis San Pedro, Mexico M5.3 143 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 50 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 75 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 3 223 km
2024 John Category 3 175 km
2023 Otis Category 5 113 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 243 km
2021 Rick Category 2 170 km
2017 Max Category 1 256 km
2015 Marty Category 1 285 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 253 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 287 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 298 km
2006 John Category 4 296 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 209 km
1996 Alma Category 2 203 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 263 km
1996 Boris Category 1 146 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 275 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 265 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 260 km
1986 Agatha Category 1 285 km
1984 Odile Category 2 205 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 119 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 146 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 147 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (90 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 90 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 102 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 162 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in
February 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.2 in
May 87°F (30°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 8.2 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.1 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 9.8 in
September 78°F (26°C) 9.1 in
October 78°F (26°C) 3.7 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Zacapuato has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 75°F in December to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.1") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Zacapuato

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Zacapuato

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
fosiles

Farmers Markets in Zacapuato

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Plaza

Airports Near Zacapuato

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal 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 Zacapuato

What is the population of Zacapuato?

Zacapuato has a population of 1,860 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 551.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zacapuato?

Zacapuato has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in Zacapuato?

The job market in Zacapuato is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 60 business establishments in the area.

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