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Zacoalpan, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

Zacoalpan is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 4,900. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

4,900 Population 21/sq mi density
679 ft Elevation 207 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
66.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population4,900
Density21/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain66.6 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Population4,900
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Coordinates16.7449°, -98.2876°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation66.6 inches (1,692 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zacoalpan

Zacoalpan is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 4,900. The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet (207 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 157 business establishments.

Income: Zacoalpan vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)157

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zacoalpan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 66.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.1°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area234.7 sq mi (607.9 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates16.7449°N, 98.2876°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.6"
75% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 16.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,647 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 29 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 33 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 52 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 88 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 46 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 46 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 66 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 79 km
Aug 21, 2013 5 km ESE of Barrio Nuevo de los Muertos, Mexico M6.2 130 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 13 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 63 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 16 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 93 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 39 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 65 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 78 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 145 km
Apr 27, 2009 2 km WNW of Pochotillo, Mexico M5.8 127 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 63 km
Mar 10, 2014 26 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 40 km
2024 John Category 3 67 km
2023 Otis Category 5 161 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 207 km
2017 Max Category 1 65 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 230 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 50 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 182 km
2010 Karl Category 3 287 km
2006 John Category 3 275 km
1998 Lester Category 2 264 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 38 km
1997 Rick Category 2 117 km
1996 Boris Category 1 225 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 271 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 78 km
1984 Odile Category 2 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 149 km
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 35 km
1754 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 97 km
1957 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 65 91 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 149 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 33 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 139 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 30 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 29 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 88 km
2026 ACAPULCO Earthquake 0.1 m 2 110 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 64 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
February 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 78°F (26°C) 0.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
May 82°F (28°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 13.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 13.0 in
August 80°F (27°C) 12.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 16.7 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 7.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Zacoalpan has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 68.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.7") and February the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Zacoalpan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primaria Vasco Quiroga
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Radio Stations near Zacoalpan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ORBITA DIGITAL 106.1 (Juchitán) - 106.1 FM - XHGCY-FM - Guna Caa Yuni Xhiña, A.C. - Juchitán, Oaxaca 106.1 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Museums in Zacoalpan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Comunitario

Farmers Markets in Zacoalpan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Artesanal Amuzgos
Mercado Municipal de Xochistlahuaca
Mercado Municipal de Xoxhistlahuaca
Mercado Provicional de Xochistlahuca

Bus Stations in Zacoalpan

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sitio.1 Taxis

Airports Near Zacoalpan

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
Tututepec AirportSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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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 Zacoalpan

What is the population of Zacoalpan?

Zacoalpan has a population of 4,900 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 234.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zacoalpan?

Zacoalpan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 66.6 inches.

How is the job market in Zacoalpan?

The job market in Zacoalpan is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 157 business establishments in the area.

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