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Zacatula, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Zacatula is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 1,312. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1,312 Population 4/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,312
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population1,312
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates18.0098°, -102.1795°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zacatula

Zacatula is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 1,312. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 42 business establishments.

Income: Zacatula vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zacatula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Mexico avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area303.0 sq mi (784.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates18.0098°N, 102.1795°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
16% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.85"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,053 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 11, 2025.

Sep 19, 2022 35 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M7.6 96 km
Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 145 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 65 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 136 km
Sep 22, 2022 55 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M6.8 87 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 59 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 38 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 97 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 85 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 76 km
Jan 12, 2025 18 km SE of Aquila, Mexico M6.2 136 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 110 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 8 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 118 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 83 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 131 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 113 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 119 km
Apr 23, 1996 30 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.6 119 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Flossie Category 1 256 km
2024 John Category 1 96 km
2023 Otis Category 5 202 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 79 km
2022 Blas Category 1 293 km
2021 Rick Category 2 13 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 193 km
2017 Max Category 1 261 km
2015 Marty Category 1 157 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 140 km
2014 Polo Category 1 296 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 179 km
2013 Erick Category 1 171 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 204 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 128 km
2009 Andres Category 1 133 km
2006 John Category 4 135 km
2003 Olaf Category 1 272 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 286 km
1996 Alma Category 2 23 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 9,500 42 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 98 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 61 km
1973 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 56 101 km
2022 MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 2 96 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 145 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 8 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 13 km
1941 MEXICO Earthquake 84 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
June 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 9.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.9 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in

Zacatula has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.9") and April the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Zacatula

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
EL KUINO 96.1 (La Piedad) - 96.1 FM - XHPLPM-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - La Piedad, Michoacán 96.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Libraries in Zacatula

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Álvaro Obregón0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Álvaro Obregón0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Guacamayas0.0
Guacamayas0.0

Farmers Markets in Zacatula

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lázaro Cárdenas
Mercado Cuahutémoc
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Zacatula

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo International AirportZIHLarge Airport
Lázaro Cárdenas AirportLZCMedium Airport
Aguililla AirportSmall Airport
Las Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Tototan AirstripSmall Airport
Tumbiscatio AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Zacatula

16 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Análisis clínicos Curie
Análisis clínicos del doctor Simi
Celia
Centro de Salid
Centro de Salud Lázaro Cárdenas
Clínica de ojos Loreto
Clínica del pie
Clínica Fátima
Gabinete de rayos X
Laboratorio de análisis clínicos Melchor Ocampo
Laboratorio de análisis clínicos Melchor Ocampo
Laboratorio de diagnóstico clínico y microbiológico Lázaro Cárdenas
Médica Rontgen
Morelia
Purépecha
Santa Lucía Torre Médica

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 Zacatula

What is the population of Zacatula?

Zacatula has a population of 1,312 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 303.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zacatula?

Zacatula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches.

How is the job market in Zacatula?

The job market in Zacatula is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 42 business establishments in the area.

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