All Countries
El Recreo, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
El Recreo is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 831. Elevation: 902 ft (275 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover El Recreo, Mexico
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 831 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.1086°, -102.4159° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.9 inches (862 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Recreo
El Recreo is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 831. The city sits at an elevation of 902 feet (275 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Recreo vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 27 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Area | 301.0 sq mi (779.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.1086°N, 102.4159°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 103 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 93 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 128 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 92 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 117 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 119 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 77 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (108 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 108 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in |
El Recreo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 74°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near El Recreo
4 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 |
Museums in El Recreo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo casa morelos |
Libraries in El Recreo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Benito Juárez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Recreo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Ignacio López Rayón | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near El Recreo
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aerosam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aguililla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| And Port Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apatzingán - Pablo L. Sidar Airport | AZG | Small Airport |
| Calderitas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Fenix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías 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 |
| La Raya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Blanca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Barajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tototan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tumbiscatio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for El Recreo.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Recreo
What is the population of El Recreo?
El Recreo has a population of 831 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 301.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Recreo?
El Recreo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.
How is the job market in El Recreo?
The job market in El Recreo is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.