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El Olivo, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

El Olivo is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 721. Elevation: 2,388 ft (728 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

721 Population 2/sq mi density
2,388 ft Elevation 728 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
19.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population721
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation2,388 ft (728 m)
Population721
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,388 ft (728 m)
Coordinates19.3283°, -100.6115°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (497 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Olivo

El Olivo is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 721. The city sits at an elevation of 2,388 feet (728 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: El Olivo vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Olivo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 63°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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,388 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.1°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,388 ft (728 m)
Area425.7 sq mi (1,102.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates19.3283°N, 100.6115°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
49% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.53"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

273 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 127 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 148 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 130 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 112 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 109 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 148 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 130 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 130 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 90 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 96 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 103 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 132 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 98 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 91 km
Mar 3, 2019 6 km SW of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.1 130 km
Jul 16, 2023 3 km W of Paso de Arena, Mexico M5.1 117 km
Jun 16, 2019 16 km SW of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M5.1 148 km
Jul 28, 2007 19 km S of Patambó, Mexico M5.1 144 km
May 16, 2003 1 km S of Guayameo, Mexico M5.0 134 km
Sep 21, 2002 11 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.0 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 2 284 km
2024 John Category 2 241 km
2023 Otis Category 5 184 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 299 km
2021 Rick Category 2 195 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 276 km
1996 Alma Category 2 239 km
1996 Boris Category 1 181 km
1984 Odile Category 2 257 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (39 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 39 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 93 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 133 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 158 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
May 84°F (29°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 7.9 in
July 69°F (21°C) 9.5 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 9.1 in
September 76°F (25°C) 8.6 in
October 76°F (24°C) 3.6 in
November 74°F (24°C) 0.7 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest

El Olivo has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 63°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near El Olivo

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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
Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 96 kbps

Farmers Markets in El Olivo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Tuxpan

Breweries in El Olivo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
El chuponcito

Airports Near El Olivo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
El Baztán AirstripSmall 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 El Olivo

What is the population of El Olivo?

El Olivo has a population of 721 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 425.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Olivo?

El Olivo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°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 19.6 inches.

How is the job market in El Olivo?

The job market in El Olivo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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