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Capeo, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Capeo is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 514. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

514 Population 1/sq mi density
705 ft Elevation 215 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population514
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Population514
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Coordinates18.5303°, -101.0394°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Capeo

Capeo is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 514. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: Capeo vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Capeo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area841.7 sq mi (2,179.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.5303°N, 101.0394°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

913 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 27, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 126 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 104 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 62 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 57 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 147 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 68 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 58 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 72 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 119 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 148 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 17 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 146 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 131 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 52 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 146 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 119 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 31 km
Apr 23, 1996 30 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.6 143 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 243 km
2024 John Category 3 190 km
2023 Otis Category 5 121 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 201 km
2021 Rick Category 2 122 km
2017 Max Category 1 253 km
2015 Marty Category 1 247 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 240 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 254 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 283 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 259 km
2009 Andres Category 1 260 km
2006 John Category 4 253 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 222 km
1996 Alma Category 2 155 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 216 km
1996 Boris Category 1 98 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 234 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 217 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 282 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 84 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 103 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 126 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 131 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 121 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (128 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 128 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 149 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 165 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.1 in
May 87°F (30°C) 0.8 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 6.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.9 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 7.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 6.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in

Capeo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 78°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Capeo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Capeo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
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Airports Near Capeo

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Díaz Becerril AirportSmall Airport
CutzarondiroSmall Airport
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSmall 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 Capeo

What is the population of Capeo?

Capeo has a population of 514 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 841.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Capeo?

Capeo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches.

How is the job market in Capeo?

The job market in Capeo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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