Zacatipa, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Zacatipa is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 587. Elevation: 5,948 ft (1,813 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 587 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,948 ft (1,813 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.4669°, -98.5923° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.7 inches (907 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zacatipa
Zacatipa is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 587. The city sits at an elevation of 5,948 feet (1,813 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,948 ft (1,813 m) |
| Area | 134.4 sq mi (348.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.4669°N, 98.5923°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 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 | - | 111 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 108 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 98 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 120 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 111 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 137 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 77 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 101 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 117 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 115 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 98 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (173 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 173 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 188 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 8.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 9.2 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in |
Zacatipa has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 61°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and March the driest (0.2").
Airports Near Zacatipa
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Zacatipa?
Zacatipa has a population of 587 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 134.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zacatipa?
Zacatipa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.
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