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Cerrito de Cotijarán, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Cerrito de Cotijarán is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 559. Elevation: 5,020 ft (1,530 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 559 |
| Population Density | 132 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,020 ft (1,530 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.0115°, -102.6424° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (546 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cerrito de Cotijarán
Cerrito de Cotijarán is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 559. The city sits at an elevation of 5,020 feet (1,530 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cerrito de Cotijarán vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cerrito de Cotijarán
Cerrito de Cotijarán has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is May (24.4°C), the coldest is Dec (17.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 741 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,020 ft (1,530 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 132/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.0115°N, 102.6424°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 140 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 146 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 95 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 116 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in |
Cerrito de Cotijarán has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Cerrito de Cotijarán
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco | 104.7 fm, cadena rasa | MP3 | |
| 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 |
Libraries in Cerrito de Cotijarán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Gabino Ortiz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cerrito de Cotijarán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Jiquilpan | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near Cerrito de Cotijarán
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guadalajara International Airport | GDL | Large Airport |
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cerritos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pajacuaran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
| Zapotiltic - Tuxpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Cerrito de Cotijarán?
Cerrito de Cotijarán has a population of 559 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 132 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cerrito de Cotijarán?
Cerrito de Cotijarán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.
How is the job market in Cerrito de Cotijarán?
The job market in Cerrito de Cotijarán is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.