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Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches), Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches) is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 519. Elevation: 6,690 ft (2,039 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

519 Population 2/sq mi density
6,690 ft Elevation 2,039 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
18.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population519
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation6,690 ft (2,039 m)
Population519
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,690 ft (2,039 m)
Coordinates19.9108°, -100.3556°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (467 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches)

Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches) is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 519. The city sits at an elevation of 6,690 feet (2,039 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches) vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,690 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,690 ft (2,039 m)
Area285.2 sq mi (738.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates19.9108°N, 100.3556°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.64"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

73 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Apr 22, 1994 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico M4.6 139 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 71 km
Jul 17, 2007 4 km NNE of San Lucas, Mexico M4.3 149 km
Aug 14, 2000 23 km SSW of Carácuaro, Mexico M4.2 149 km
Oct 10, 2011 10 km NNW of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.2 146 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 51 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 44 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 127 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 115 km
May 30, 2007 4 km SSW of Lomas de Tepemecatl, Mexico M4.0 139 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 129 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 150 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 49 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 52 km
Feb 15, 1999 5 km SW of Zacapuato, Mexico M3.9 145 km
Jul 5, 2002 5 km NNE of San Pedro Tenayac, Mexico M3.8 94 km
Oct 7, 1999 4 km SSE of Queréndaro, Mexico M3.8 56 km
May 28, 2008 2 km NE of Rincón de Curungueo, Mexico M3.7 46 km
Jun 16, 2005 5 km ENE of San Andrés Ocotepec, Mexico M3.7 116 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: John (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 John Category 1 296 km
2023 Otis Category 2 246 km
2021 Rick Category 2 251 km
2021 Grace Category 1 285 km
1996 Boris Category 1 236 km
1993 Gert Category 2 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (58 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 58 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 109 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 146 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 158 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 186 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
February 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 65°F (19°C) 0.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
June 67°F (19°C) 5.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 7.6 in
September 64°F (18°C) 5.5 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
November 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches) has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 57°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and March the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches)

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOLLOCKS Rock & Metal Radio classic rock, heavy metal MP3 80 kbps
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
Cadena Azul (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
CADENA AZUL 95.7 (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 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
EXA FM 99.1 (San Juan del Río) - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1 fm, américa MP3 160 kbps
La Z 102.5 (US) chirstian MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM San Juan del Río - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1, 99.1 fm MP3 160 kbps
La Z 107.1 (US) regional mexican AAC+ 32 kbps

Farmers Markets in Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches)

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal San Juan

Stadiums & Teams in Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches)

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Airports Near Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches)

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade AirportSmall Airport
Quinta Palos AirportSmall 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 Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches)

What is the population of Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches)?

Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches) has a population of 519 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 285.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches)?

Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.

How is the job market in Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches)?

The job market in Colonia Huandishi (Las Chinches) is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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