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Charapan, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Charapan is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 3,968. Elevation: 7,769 ft (2,368 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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About Charapan
Charapan is a municipality located in the north-western part of the Mexican state of Michoacán. The municipality has an area of 233.16 square kilometres and is bordered to the north by the municipalities of Tangancícuaro and Chilchota, to the east by Paracho, to the south by Uruapan, and to the west by Los Reyes. The municipality had a population of 10,867 inhabitants according to the 2005 census. Its municipal seat is the city of the same name.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 3,968 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,769 ft (2,368 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.6504°, -102.2517° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.5 inches (1,156 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Charapan
Charapan is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 3,968. The city sits at an elevation of 7,769 feet (2,368 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Charapan vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 127 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,769 ft (2,368 m) |
| Area | 593.8 sq mi (1,538.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.6504°N, 102.2517°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 133 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (57 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 57 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 7.7 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in |
Charapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 54°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and March the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Charapan
5 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 | |
| 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 Charapan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Huátapera | ||||
| La Huátapera | ||||
| Museo Regional La Huatápera | ||||
| Museo Regional La Huatápera | ||||
| Smaller house in the world | ||||
| Smaller house in the world |
Libraries in Charapan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Minucipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Justo Cierra | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Charapan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Colonial La Charanda | |||||
| Mercado de Antojitos | |||||
| Mercado de Tangancicuaro | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Zona Poniente | |||||
| Vasco De Quiroga |
Stadiums & Teams in Charapan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio de Béisbol Héroe de Nacozari | ||
| Estadio Hermanos López Rayón |
Airports Near Charapan
26 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 |
| 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 |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Curva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza I Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Raya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Blanca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Barajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pajacuaran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Charapan
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Consultorio médico | ||
| Consultorio médico |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Charapan?
Charapan has a population of 3,968 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 593.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Charapan?
Charapan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches.
How is the job market in Charapan?
The job market in Charapan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 127 business establishments in the area.