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El Fortín, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
El Fortín is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,088. Elevation: 5,161 ft (1,573 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,088 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,161 ft (1,573 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.1790°, -102.5992° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (546 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Fortín
El Fortín is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,088. The city sits at an elevation of 5,161 feet (1,573 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Fortín vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 35 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,161 ft (1,573 m) |
| Area | 76.3 sq mi (197.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.1790°N, 102.5992°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (96 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 96 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in |
El Fortín has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 61°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near El Fortín
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco | 104.7 fm, cadena rasa | MP3 | |
| 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 |
Museums in El Fortín
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Antropología e Historia de Ocotlán |
Libraries in El Fortín
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| biblioteca el carmen | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Gonzalez Gallo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica El Carmen | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Gabino Ortiz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Fortín
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Jiquilpan | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal La Barca |
Airports Near El Fortín
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guadalajara International Airport | GDL | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo El Tepozán | — | Small Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cerritos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pajacuaran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tepatitlan Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Fortín
What is the population of El Fortín?
El Fortín has a population of 1,088 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 76.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Fortín?
El Fortín enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°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 21.5 inches.
How is the job market in El Fortín?
The job market in El Fortín is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.