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El Arroyo Colorado, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
El Arroyo Colorado is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 974. Elevation: 5,289 ft (1,612 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 974 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,289 ft (1,612 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.3494°, -102.0556° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.8 inches (1,443 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Arroyo Colorado
El Arroyo Colorado is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 974. The city sits at an elevation of 5,289 feet (1,612 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Arroyo Colorado vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 31 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,289 ft (1,612 m) |
| Area | 300.4 sq mi (777.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.3494°N, 102.0556°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 138 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 139 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 137 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 142 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 141 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 123 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 64 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 165 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 8.5 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in |
El Arroyo Colorado has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 54°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near El Arroyo Colorado
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 94.3 (Apatzingán) - 94.3 FM - XHCJ-FM - Cadena RASA - Apatzingán, Michoacán | 94.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| LOS40 Uruapan - 93.7 FM - XHENI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Uruapan, Michoacán | 93.7 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Candela (Apatzingán) - 95.1 FM / 1340 AM - XHAPM-FM / XEAPM-AM - Cadena RASA - Apatzingán, Michoacán | 1340 am, 95.1 fm | MP3 | |
| CANDELA 91.1 (Uruapan) - 91.1 FM - XHFN-FM - Cadena RASA - Uruapan, Michoacán | 91.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Ley 106.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100.3 la ley (US) | — | MP3 48 kbps |
Museums in El Arroyo Colorado
| 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 El Arroyo Colorado
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Profesor Lucas Ortíz Benítez | 0.0 | |||||
| Justo Cierra | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Arroyo Colorado
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Colonial La Charanda | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Antojitos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Taretan | |||||
| Mercado Zona Poniente | |||||
| Vasco De Quiroga |
Stadiums & Teams in El Arroyo Colorado
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio de Béisbol Héroe de Nacozari | ||
| Estadio Hermanos López Rayón |
Airports Near El Arroyo Colorado
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Aerosam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aguililla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| And Port Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apatzingán - Pablo L. Sidar Airport | AZG | Small Airport |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutzarondiro | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Fenix 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 |
| Las Cruces Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Blanca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Barajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Arroyo Colorado
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Consultorio médico | ||
| Consultorio médico |
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What is the population of El Arroyo Colorado?
El Arroyo Colorado has a population of 974 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 300.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Arroyo Colorado?
El Arroyo Colorado enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.8 inches.
How is the job market in El Arroyo Colorado?
The job market in El Arroyo Colorado is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 31 business establishments in the area.