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El Caracol, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
El Caracol is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 746. Elevation: 7,254 ft (2,211 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 746 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,254 ft (2,211 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.5703°, -100.7549° |
| 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 | 42.7 inches (1,084 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Caracol
El Caracol is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 746. The city sits at an elevation of 7,254 feet (2,211 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 42.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Caracol vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 24 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,254 ft (2,211 m) |
| Area | 513.6 sq mi (1,330.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.5703°N, 100.7549°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (56 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 56 km |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 109 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 117 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 179 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 7.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 9.2 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in |
El Caracol has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 54°F in January to 64°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.6") and March the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near El Caracol
32 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 FM 92.3 (Morelia) - 92.3 FM - XHLY-FM - Cadena RASA - Morelia, Michoacán | 92.3 fm, adult | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Cumbias Inmortales Corsan | cumbias, exitos | MP3 | |
| VIVE 106.1 (Morelia) - 106.1 FM - XHSCCN-FM - RM Morelia - Morelia, Michoacán | 106.1 fm, 80s en español | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio - Melodie | folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 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 | |
| MIX 101.7 (Morelia) - 101.7 FM - XHEMM-FM - Grupo ACIR - Morelia, Michoacán | 101.7, 101.7 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| radio-calico (US) | musik, pop. | OGG | |
| 91.5 FM (Morelia) - XHMRL-FM - Grupo Marmor - Morelia, Michoacán | 91.5 fm, adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| STEREO 100 99.9 (Morelia) - 99.9 FM - XHSCHP-FM - FH Comunicadores de Michoacán - Morelia/Tarímbaro, Michoacán | 99.9 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| INFINITO 92.3 (Morelia) - 92.3 FM - XHLY-FM - Cadena RASA - Morelia, Michoacán | 92.3 fm, adult | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán | 107.1 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Radio fórmula (Morelos) - 106.9 FM [Cuernavaca, Morelos] | music, news | AAC | |
| BUENISIIMA 88.5 FM - CUERNAVACA | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio-EarthRites (US) | — | AAC 224 kbps | |
| EXA FM 90.5 (Acámbaro) - 90.5 FM - XHVW-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Acámbaro - Acámbaro, Guanajuato | 90.5 fm, acámbaro | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán | 95.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán | 95.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Arroba FM (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 93.3 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Stereo Vida (Cuernavaca) - 90.3 FM - XHJPA-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 90.3 fm, adulto | MP3 | |
| La Mejor Cuernavaca - 97.3 FM - XHVZ-FM - MVS Radio - Cuernavaca, MO | 97.3, 97.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Cuernavaca - 96.5 FM - XHJMG-FM - Grupo Mundo Comunicaciones - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 96.5 fm, cuernavaca | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mundo (Cuernavaca) - 96.5 FM - XHJMG-FM - Grupo Mundo Comunicaciones - Cuernavaca, MO | 1980's, 1980s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio ranchito | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Cuernavaca - 95.7 FM - XHCT-FM - MVS Radio - Cuernavaca, MO | 95.7, 95.7 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio - Classical Minnesota Public Radio (US) | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| La Bestia Grupera (Cuautla) - 104.5 FM - XHCU-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Cuautla, MO | 104.5, 104.5 fm | MP3 96 kbps | |
| EXA FM 89.3 (Morelia) - 89.3 FM - XHKW-FM - Grupo CB - Morelia, Michoacán | 89.3 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| EXA FM 95.7 (Cuernavaca) - 95.7 FM - XHCT-FM - MVS Radio - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| La Más Picuda (Cuernavaca) - 94.9 FM - XHSW-FM - Radiorama - Cuernavaca, MO | 94.9, 94.9 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W Radio Morelos 100.1 | informativa, noticias | MP3 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in El Caracol
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Querendaro |
Stadiums & Teams in El Caracol
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Caracol
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport | MLM | Large Airport |
| Aeroclub Valle de Bravo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutzarondiro | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of El Caracol?
El Caracol has a population of 746 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 513.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Caracol?
El Caracol 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 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches.
How is the job market in El Caracol?
The job market in El Caracol is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.