Zilacayota, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Zilacayota is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 805. Elevation: 6,988 ft (2,130 m). Average temperature: 64°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 | 805 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,988 ft (2,130 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.3017°, -98.8069° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.9 inches (1,165 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zilacayota
Zilacayota is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 805. The city sits at an elevation of 6,988 feet (2,130 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 45.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,988 ft (2,130 m) |
| Area | 190.0 sq mi (492.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.3017°N, 98.8069°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
16 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 | - | 85 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 95 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 70 km |
| 1732 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 129 km |
| 1907 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 8 | 131 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 94 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 85 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 109 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 62 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 75 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 111 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 109 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 69 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | - | 18 | 143 km |
| 1868 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 129 km |
| 1833 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Popocatepetl (192 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 9.8 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 10.5 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 10.5 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in |
Zilacayota has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.6") and March the driest (0.3").
Airports Near Zilacayota
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Santa Cruz | - | Small Airport |
| Chilpancingo National Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Zilacayota?
Zilacayota has a population of 805 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 190.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zilacayota?
Zilacayota 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. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches.
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