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El Refugio, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
El Refugio is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 740. Elevation: 5,230 ft (1,594 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 740 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,230 ft (1,594 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.2790°, -102.2325° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.7 inches (450 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Refugio
El Refugio is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 740. The city sits at an elevation of 5,230 feet (1,594 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Refugio vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 24 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Refugio
El Refugio has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is May (24.4°C), the coldest is Dec (17.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 741 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,230 ft (1,594 m) |
| Area | 74.9 sq mi (194.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.2790°N, 102.2325°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 69 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in |
El Refugio has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near El Refugio
5 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 | |
| ARANDAS FM 107.3 (Arandas) - 107.3 FM - XHARDJ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Arandas, Jalisco | 107.3 fm, américa | MP3 40 kbps | |
| 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 |
Libraries in El Refugio
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| biblioteca el carmen | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica El Carmen | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal "José Hernández Moreno" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca UNIVA | 0.0 | |||||
| José Ma. Morelos y Pavón | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Refugio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megabastos Zamora | |||||
| Mercado de Las Cuatro Esquinas | |||||
| Mercado Municipal "Gildardo Magaña" |
Stadiums & Teams in El Refugio
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Refugio
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo El Tepozán | — | Small Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cerritos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pajacuaran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tepatitlan Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Refugio?
El Refugio has a population of 740 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 74.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Refugio?
El Refugio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°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 17.7 inches.
How is the job market in El Refugio?
The job market in El Refugio is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.