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El Terrero, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
El Terrero is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 775. Elevation: 879 ft (268 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 775 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.0519°, -102.6495° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.3 inches (794 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Terrero
El Terrero is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 775. The city sits at an elevation of 879 feet (268 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Terrero vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.2% |
| 94% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 25 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Area | 491.7 sq mi (1,273.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.0519°N, 102.6495°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.9 m (46 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1818 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 13.9 m | 2,000 | 136 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 148 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 97 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 74 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 103 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 74 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 119 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 123 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 55 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Colima (114 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 114 km |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in |
El Terrero has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 75°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.3") and April the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near El Terrero
2 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 | |
| Candela (Apatzingán) - 95.1 FM / 1340 AM - XHAPM-FM / XEAPM-AM - Cadena RASA - Apatzingán, Michoacán | 1340 am, 95.1 fm | MP3 |
Farmers Markets in El Terrero
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near El Terrero
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 |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Fenix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | 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 |
| Pablo L. Sidar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tototan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tumbiscatio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zapotiltic - Tuxpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Terrero
What is the population of El Terrero?
El Terrero has a population of 775 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 491.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Terrero?
El Terrero has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches.
How is the job market in El Terrero?
The job market in El Terrero is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.