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Colola, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Colola is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 632. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

632 Population 3/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
35.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population632
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population632
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates18.2972°, -103.4108°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation35.1 inches (892 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Colola

Colola is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 632. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: Colola vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Colola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above Mexico avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area184.2 sq mi (477.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates18.2972°N, 103.4108°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.1"
8% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.98"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

553 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 11, 2025.

Oct 9, 1995 1995 Colima-Jalisco, Mexico Earthquake M8.0 119 km
Jan 22, 2003 16 km SSW of Cuyutlán, Mexico M7.6 90 km
Sep 19, 2022 35 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M7.6 51 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 70 km
Sep 22, 2022 55 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M6.8 48 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 99 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 77 km
May 20, 2001 33 km SW of El Colomo, Mexico M6.3 123 km
Jan 12, 2025 18 km SE of Aquila, Mexico M6.2 23 km
Apr 29, 2001 45 km SSW of El Naranjo, Mexico M6.2 129 km
Oct 12, 1995 13 km SSE of Cuyutlán, Mexico M6.0 86 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 132 km
Jan 22, 2003 29 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.9 117 km
Feb 9, 2018 30 km S of Barra de Navidad, Mexico M5.8 149 km
Oct 6, 1995 23 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.8 120 km
Sep 20, 2022 20 km S of La Placita de Morelos, Mexico M5.8 23 km
Feb 20, 2013 13 km W of La Placita de Morelos, Mexico M5.6 43 km
Feb 28, 2005 44 km SSW of El Naranjo, Mexico M5.6 135 km
Jan 16, 1997 33 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M5.5 81 km
Jan 22, 2003 42 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.5 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Flossie Category 2 211 km
2025 Barbara Category 1 268 km
2024 John Category 1 134 km
2023 Lidia Category 4 295 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 33 km
2022 Roslyn Category 3 262 km
2022 Blas Category 1 290 km
2021 Rick Category 2 122 km
2021 Nora Category 1 197 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 231 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 71 km
2017 Dora Category 2 239 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 199 km
2015 Marty Category 1 214 km
2015 Dolores Category 1 260 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 114 km
2014 Polo Category 1 245 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 253 km
2013 Erick Category 1 118 km
2012 Bud Category 3 223 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.9 m (46 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1818 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 13.9 m 2,000 105 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 11.0 m 50 119 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 75 147 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 9,500 94 km
1973 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 56 48 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 1.0 m 90 km
2022 MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 2 51 km
2003 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.6 m 29 90 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 132 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 142 km
1941 MEXICO Earthquake 84 62 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Colima (137 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 137 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
February 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Coldest
April 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
June 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in
July 83°F (28°C) 7.0 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 9.0 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 3.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.9 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.5 in

Colola has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in March to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.0") and April the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Colola

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Aerofumigaciones NarvaezSmall Airport
Aeródromo C.P.A. Roberto Nevarez DominguezSmall Airport
Aeródromo Cerro de OrtegaSmall Airport
Aerosam AirportSmall Airport
Aguililla AirportSmall Airport
Coahuayana AirportSmall Airport
Pablo L. Sidar AirportSmall Airport
San Vicente AirportSmall Airport
Tototan AirstripSmall 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 Colola

What is the population of Colola?

Colola has a population of 632 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Colola?

Colola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches.

How is the job market in Colola?

The job market in Colola is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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