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Colonia Morelos, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Colonia Morelos is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 1,102. Elevation: 5,509 ft (1,679 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,102 Population 2/sq mi density
5,509 ft Elevation 1,679 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
17.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,102
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,509 ft (1,679 m)
Population1,102
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,509 ft (1,679 m)
Coordinates20.3683°, -101.8994°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation17.7 inches (450 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Colonia Morelos

Colonia Morelos is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 1,102. The city sits at an elevation of 5,509 feet (1,679 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments.

Income: Colonia Morelos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Colonia Morelos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 60°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 17.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,509 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,509 ft (1,679 m)
Area636.5 sq mi (1,648.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates20.3683°N, 101.8994°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.7"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.60"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 15, 2023.

Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 104 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 137 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 108 km
Apr 2, 2011 Michoacan, Mexico M4.2 136 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 104 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 118 km
Mar 8, 2007 6 km E of Apatzingán, Mexico M4.1 149 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 91 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 103 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 75 km
Jan 28, 2011 3 km SSE of Lombardía, Mexico M4.1 138 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 91 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 106 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 102 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 42 km
Apr 2, 2003 1 km SSW of Tacátzcuaro, Mexico M3.9 99 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 107 km
Sep 13, 2004 17 km N of Tazumbo, Mexico M3.9 128 km
Apr 28, 2008 17 km E of Jilotlán de los Dolores, Mexico M3.9 148 km
Jul 6, 2004 4 km E of Otatlán, Mexico M3.8 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 2 284 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 289 km
2021 Rick Category 2 201 km
2015 Patricia Category 1 261 km
1996 Alma Category 2 269 km
1996 Boris Category 1 188 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 294 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 273 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (60 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 60 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in
February 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in
July 69°F (21°C) 7.6 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in
September 67°F (20°C) 4.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Colonia Morelos has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 59°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Colonia Morelos

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
ARANDAS FM 107.3 (Arandas) - 107.3 FM - XHARDJ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Arandas, Jalisco 107.3 fm, américa MP3 40 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

Libraries in Colonia Morelos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "José Hernández Moreno"0.0
Biblioteca UNIVA0.0

Farmers Markets in Colonia Morelos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal "Gildardo Magaña"

Stadiums & Teams in Colonia Morelos

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Colonia Morelos

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Aeródromo de Campo Cortés-Small Airport
Aeródromo del Rancho Medio Sitio-Small Airport
Aeródromo El Tepozán-Small Airport
Aeródromo Sofía-Small Airport
El Loreto Airport-Small Airport
Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato)-Small Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport-Small Airport
La Piedad Airport-Small Airport
Pajacuaran Airport-Small Airport
Zamora AirportZMMSmall 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 Morelos

What is the population of Colonia Morelos?

Colonia Morelos has a population of 1,102 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 636.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Colonia Morelos?

Colonia Morelos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°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 17.7 inches.

How is the job market in Colonia Morelos?

The job market in Colonia Morelos is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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