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Ciudad Hidalgo, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Ciudad Hidalgo is a mid-size city in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 60,542. Elevation: 6,650 ft (2,027 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

60,542 Population 148/sq mi density
6,650 ft Elevation 2,027 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
19.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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Full City Profile

People

Population60,542
Density148/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation6,650 ft (2,027 m)
Population60,542
Population Density148 / sq mi
Elevation6,650 ft (2,027 m)
Coordinates19.6896°, -100.5550°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (497 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ciudad Hidalgo

Ciudad Hidalgo is a mid-size city in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 60,542. The city sits at an elevation of 6,650 feet (2,027 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,937 business establishments.

Income: Ciudad Hidalgo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)1,937

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Ciudad Hidalgo

Ciudad Hidalgo has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F). The hottest month is May (23.4°C), the coldest is Jan (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 764 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.8°C / 62°F 7.6° / 28.3° 3.8
Feb 18.4°C / 65°F 7.6° / 30.7° 7.5
Mar 20.8°C / 69°F 9.8° / 33.1° 6.9
Apr 22.3°C / 72°F 11.7° / 34.6° 11.3
May 23.4°C / 74°F 13.1° / 35.2° 29.5
Jun 22.2°C / 72°F 13.8° / 34.8° 115.6
Jul 20.5°C / 69°F 14.2° / 30.3° 180.8
Aug 20°C / 68°F 13.8° / 29.1° 173.8
Sep 19.7°C / 67°F 11.5° / 28.8° 140.9
Oct 19.1°C / 66°F 10.2° / 28.8° 66.0
Nov 18.4°C / 65°F 8.7° / 28.6° 19.6
Dec 16.8°C / 62°F 7.6° / 27.8° 8.6
Ciudad Hidalgo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,650 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,650 ft (2,027 m)
Area410.5 sq mi (1,063.1 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates19.6896°N, 100.5550°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
49% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.90"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

87 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 146 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 128 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 135 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 137 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 139 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 129 km
Sep 21, 2002 11 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.0 149 km
Mar 22, 2019 10 km SSE of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M4.9 150 km
Jul 19, 1993 4 km W of San Antonio del Rosario, Mexico M4.9 145 km
Aug 29, 1993 3 km NNE of Querendas, Mexico M4.8 146 km
Nov 17, 1991 21 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M4.8 136 km
Sep 24, 1991 1 km E of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.8 123 km
Jan 2, 2002 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M4.7 142 km
Apr 22, 1994 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico M4.6 117 km
Sep 21, 1995 29 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.6 130 km
Oct 12, 1997 12 km E of Poturo, Mexico M4.6 137 km
May 7, 2024 11 km NNE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M4.5 141 km
Nov 28, 1995 32 km NNE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M4.5 127 km
May 26, 2014 20 km E of Poturo, Mexico M4.5 130 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 John Category 1 277 km
2023 Otis Category 4 223 km
2021 Rick Category 2 220 km
1996 Alma Category 2 270 km
1996 Boris Category 1 205 km
1993 Gert Category 1 283 km
1984 Odile Category 2 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (45 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 45 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 106 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 126 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 164 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
February 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in
March 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 6.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 8.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 8.4 in
September 60°F (15°C) 6.5 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.8 in
December 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest

Ciudad Hidalgo has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 53°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.9") and March the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Ciudad Hidalgo

Institution Type Founded Website
CECyTEM 17 Ciudad Hidalgo College
Centro de Bachillerato Tecnológico Forestal No. 6 College
CONALEP Ciudad Hidalgo College
ICATMI Ciudad Hidalgo College
Instituto Tecnológico Superior de Cd. Hidalgo University
Preparatoria Taximaroa College
Universidad Vasco de Quiroga Unidad Ciudad Hidalgo University

Schools in Ciudad Hidalgo

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Federal Benito Juárez
Escuela Secundaria Federal No.1 'Melchor Ocampo'
Escuela Primaria General Vicente Guerrero
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Radio Stations near Ciudad Hidalgo

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 89.1 fm, concesión social MP3 128 kbps
Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 96 kbps
Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 90.5 (Acámbaro) - 90.5 FM - XHVW-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Acámbaro - Acámbaro, Guanajuato 90.5 fm, acámbaro AAC+ 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Ciudad Hidalgo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Tuxpan
Mercado Municipal San Juan

Hotels in Ciudad Hidalgo

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Ojo de Agua

Cafes in Ciudad Hidalgo

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spresso Cafe

Clinics in Ciudad Hidalgo

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Ciudad Hidalgo

Bus Stations in Ciudad Hidalgo

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus to Angangueo
Terminal de Autobuses de Ciudad Hidalgo

Gas Stations in Ciudad Hidalgo

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Banks in Ciudad Hidalgo

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banamex

Breweries in Ciudad Hidalgo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
El chuponcito
Modelorama

Stadiums & Teams in Ciudad Hidalgo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ciudad Hidalgo

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ciudad Hidalgo

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro
Parroquia de San José
Santuario de La Santísima Virgen María
Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe

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 Ciudad Hidalgo

What is the population of Ciudad Hidalgo?

Ciudad Hidalgo has a population of 60,542 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 410.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ciudad Hidalgo?

Ciudad Hidalgo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°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 19.6 inches.

How is the job market in Ciudad Hidalgo?

The job market in Ciudad Hidalgo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,937 business establishments in the area.

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