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Acalpican de Morelos, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Acalpican de Morelos is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,770. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,770 Population 6/sq mi density
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
43.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,770
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Population1,770
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates18.0194°, -102.3402°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation43.5 inches (1,106 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Acalpican de Morelos

Acalpican de Morelos is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,770. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Acalpican de Morelos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Acalpican de Morelos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area303.0 sq mi (784.7 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates18.0194°N, 102.3402°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.5"
15% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

955 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 81 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 49 km
Sep 22, 2022 55 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M6.8 70 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 107 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 44 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 102 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 25 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 91 km
Jan 12, 2025 18 km SE of Aquila, Mexico M6.2 121 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 125 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 133 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 18 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 99 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 145 km
Sep 20, 2022 20 km S of La Placita de Morelos, Mexico M5.8 141 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 127 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 135 km
Apr 23, 1996 30 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.6 132 km
Jan 16, 1997 33 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M5.5 37 km
Jan 25, 1996 17 km WSW of Las Cañas, Mexico M5.5 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Flossie Category 1 245 km
2024 John Category 1 89 km
2023 Otis Category 5 219 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 69 km
2022 Blas Category 1 288 km
2021 Rick Category 2 27 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 300 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 176 km
2017 Max Category 1 273 km
2015 Marty Category 1 158 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 134 km
2014 Polo Category 1 286 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 182 km
2013 Erick Category 1 161 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 197 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 113 km
2010 Frank Category 1 294 km
2009 Andres Category 1 122 km
2006 John Category 4 130 km
2003 Olaf Category 1 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 28 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 115 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 77 km
1973 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 56 87 km
2022 MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 2 81 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 18 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 28 km
1941 MEXICO Earthquake 84 100 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
May 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
June 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 9.4 in
August 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.9 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.9 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in

Acalpican de Morelos has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and February the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Acalpican de Morelos

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 Acalpican de Morelos

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

Farmers Markets in Acalpican de Morelos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lázaro Cárdenas
Mercado Cuahutémoc
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Acalpican de Morelos

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lázaro Cárdenas AirportLZCMedium Airport
Aguililla AirportSmall Airport
Las Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Tototan AirstripSmall Airport
Tumbiscatio AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Acalpican de Morelos

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 Acalpican de Morelos

What is the population of Acalpican de Morelos?

Acalpican de Morelos has a population of 1,770 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 303.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Acalpican de Morelos?

Acalpican de Morelos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.

How is the job market in Acalpican de Morelos?

The job market in Acalpican de Morelos is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 57 business establishments in the area.

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