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Cancita, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Cancita is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 769. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 769 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.9448°, -102.2963° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.9 inches (912 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cancita
Cancita is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 769. The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet (214 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cancita vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 25 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 328.0 sq mi (849.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.9448°N, 102.2963°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 88 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 144 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 90 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 141 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 88 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 97 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 98 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 79 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (116 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 116 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.3 in |
Cancita has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 74°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.3") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Cancita
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 94.3 (Apatzingán) - 94.3 FM - XHCJ-FM - Cadena RASA - Apatzingán, Michoacán | 94.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| LOS40 Uruapan - 93.7 FM - XHENI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Uruapan, Michoacán | 93.7 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Candela (Apatzingán) - 95.1 FM / 1340 AM - XHAPM-FM / XEAPM-AM - Cadena RASA - Apatzingán, Michoacán | 1340 am, 95.1 fm | MP3 | |
| CANDELA 91.1 (Uruapan) - 91.1 FM - XHFN-FM - Cadena RASA - Uruapan, Michoacán | 91.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Cancita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo casa morelos |
Libraries in Cancita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Benito Juárez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cancita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Ignacio López Rayón | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Cancita
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cancita
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aerosam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aguililla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| And Port Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apatzingán - Pablo L. Sidar Airport | AZG | Small Airport |
| Calderitas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Fenix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Curva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza I Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Raya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Blanca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Barajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tototan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tumbiscatio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cancita
What is the population of Cancita?
Cancita has a population of 769 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 328.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cancita?
Cancita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.
How is the job market in Cancita?
The job market in Cancita is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.