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Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito), Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito) is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 512. Elevation: 8,068 ft (2,459 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

512 Population 4/sq mi density
8,068 ft Elevation 2,459 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
26.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population512
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation8,068 ft (2,459 m)
Population512
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation8,068 ft (2,459 m)
Coordinates19.7667°, -101.9700°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation26.0 inches (659 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)

Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito) is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 512. The city sits at an elevation of 8,068 feet (2,459 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito) vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 26.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,068 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,068 ft (2,459 m)
Area140.3 sq mi (363.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates19.7667°N, 101.9700°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.0"
32% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.74"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

123 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.8 on May 22, 2025.

May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 126 km
Jan 25, 1996 17 km WSW of Las Cañas, Mexico M5.5 141 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 138 km
Aug 15, 1999 27 km WSW of Los Olivos, Mexico M5.3 139 km
Sep 29, 1992 8 km SSE of Tecalitlán, Mexico M5.3 144 km
Oct 29, 1990 6 km NE of El Chauz, Mexico M5.1 92 km
Jun 16, 2019 16 km SW of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M5.1 134 km
May 11, 2021 8 km ENE of Aguililla, Mexico M5.0 136 km
Mar 20, 2006 8 km W of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M4.9 126 km
May 22, 2025 2 km WSW of Nueva Italia de Ruiz, Mexico M4.8 85 km
Oct 18, 1994 7 km S of El Chauz, Mexico M4.7 105 km
Jan 2, 2002 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M4.7 122 km
Sep 8, 2010 18 km ESE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M4.6 137 km
Sep 21, 1995 29 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.6 148 km
Oct 12, 1997 12 km E of Poturo, Mexico M4.6 115 km
Nov 28, 1995 32 km NNE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M4.5 138 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 146 km
May 29, 2022 20 km ESE of Aguililla, Mexico M4.5 140 km
May 26, 2014 20 km E of Poturo, Mexico M4.5 117 km
May 3, 1992 17 km SSW of Loma de los Hoyos, Mexico M4.5 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: John (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 John Category 1 285 km
2023 Otis Category 4 289 km
2023 Lidia Category 2 293 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 237 km
2021 Rick Category 2 134 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 279 km
2015 Patricia Category 1 267 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 256 km
2009 Andres Category 1 299 km
1996 Alma Category 2 202 km
1996 Boris Category 1 121 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 237 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 283 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 223 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 242 km
1984 Odile Category 1 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (25 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 25 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 175 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 0.9 in
February 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in
March 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 6.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 8.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 8.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 7.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in
December 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito) has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 53°F in December to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LOS40 Uruapan - 93.7 FM - XHENI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Uruapan, Michoacán 93.7 fm, américa MP3
Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
CANDELA 91.1 (Uruapan) - 91.1 FM - XHFN-FM - Cadena RASA - Uruapan, Michoacán 91.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
La Ley 106.3 MP3 128 kbps
100.3 la ley (US) MP3 48 kbps
LOS 40 MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán 98.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura de Zacapu

Libraries in Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Francisco J. Múgica0.0

Farmers Markets in Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Abastos Gral Pueblita
Mercado de Tangancicuaro

Stadiums & Teams in Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International AirportUPNMedium Airport
And Port AirportSmall Airport
Apatzingán - Pablo L. Sidar AirportAZGSmall Airport
Carlos Díaz Becerril AirportSmall Airport
CutzarondiroSmall Airport
El Cobano AirportSmall Airport
El Fenix AirportSmall Airport
El Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Hernandez Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal AirportSmall Airport
La Piedad AirportSmall Airport
Pajacuaran AirportSmall Airport
Pátzcuaro - Purépecha AirportSmall Airport
Pista Aérea CadenasSmall Airport
Zamora AirportZMMSmall 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 Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)

What is the population of Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)?

Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito) has a population of 512 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 140.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)?

Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.0 inches.

How is the job market in Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito)?

The job market in Casimiro Leco (El Cerecito) is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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