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Aquila, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Aquila is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,740. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,740 Population 9/sq mi density
689 ft Elevation 210 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
39.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,740
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Population1,740
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Coordinates18.5993°, -103.5037°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation39.7 inches (1,008 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Aquila

Aquila is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,740. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet (210 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Aquila vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Aquila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area184.2 sq mi (477.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates18.5993°N, 103.5037°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.7"
4% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.80"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

561 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 11, 2025.

Oct 9, 1995 1995 Colima-Jalisco, Mexico Earthquake M8.0 90 km
Sep 19, 2022 35 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M7.6 60 km
Jan 22, 2003 16 km SSW of Cuyutlán, Mexico M7.6 66 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 90 km
Sep 22, 2022 55 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M6.8 69 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 117 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 95 km
May 20, 2001 33 km SW of El Colomo, Mexico M6.3 102 km
Jan 12, 2025 18 km SE of Aquila, Mexico M6.2 18 km
Apr 29, 2001 45 km SSW of El Naranjo, Mexico M6.2 111 km
Oct 12, 1995 13 km SSE of Cuyutlán, Mexico M6.0 59 km
Jan 22, 2003 29 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.9 95 km
Sep 20, 2022 20 km S of La Placita de Morelos, Mexico M5.8 31 km
Feb 9, 2018 30 km S of Barra de Navidad, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Oct 6, 1995 23 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.8 97 km
Feb 28, 2005 44 km SSW of El Naranjo, Mexico M5.6 116 km
Feb 20, 2013 13 km W of La Placita de Morelos, Mexico M5.6 23 km
Jan 22, 2003 42 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.5 103 km
Jan 16, 1997 33 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M5.5 104 km
May 8, 2001 18 km SSW of Cuyutlán, Mexico M5.5 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Flossie Category 2 237 km
2025 Barbara Category 1 284 km
2024 John Category 1 168 km
2023 Lidia Category 4 260 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 30 km
2022 Roslyn Category 3 282 km
2021 Rick Category 2 127 km
2021 Nora Category 1 191 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 232 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 77 km
2017 Dora Category 2 261 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 181 km
2015 Marty Category 1 249 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 114 km
2015 Dolores Category 1 276 km
2014 Polo Category 1 261 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 286 km
2013 Erick Category 1 139 km
2012 Bud Category 3 210 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 207 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.9 m (46 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1818 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 13.9 m 2,000 72 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 11.0 m 50 90 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 75 117 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 400 122 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 9,500 112 km
1973 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 56 55 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 139 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 1.0 m 55 km
2022 MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 2 60 km
2003 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.6 m 29 66 km
1941 MEXICO Earthquake 84 55 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Colima (102 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 102 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
February 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in Coldest
April 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
June 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in
August 80°F (27°C) 9.2 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.8 in Wettest
October 80°F (26°C) 3.7 in
November 78°F (26°C) 1.1 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.5 in

Aquila has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in March to 80°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.8") and April the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Aquila

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International AirportCLQMedium Airport
Aeródromo Aerofumigaciones NarvaezSmall Airport
Aeródromo C.P.A. Roberto Nevarez DominguezSmall Airport
Aeródromo Cerro de OrtegaSmall Airport
Aeródromo ElévateSmall Airport
Aeródromo La TigreraSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones Lopez AirportSmall Airport
Aguililla AirportSmall Airport
Calderitas AirportSmall Airport
Coahuayana AirportSmall Airport
Farías AirportSmall Airport
La Raya AirportSmall Airport
Loma Blanca AirportSmall Airport
Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros AirportSmall Airport
Pablo L. Sidar AirportSmall Airport
San Vicente AirportSmall Airport
Silva AirportSmall Airport
Tototan AirstripSmall Airport

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 Aquila

What is the population of Aquila?

Aquila has a population of 1,740 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aquila?

Aquila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches.

How is the job market in Aquila?

The job market in Aquila is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 56 business establishments in the area.

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