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Gámbara, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Gámbara is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 3,017. Elevation: 915 ft (279 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 3,017 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 915 ft (279 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.9321°, -102.1131° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.5 inches (875 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gámbara
Gámbara is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 3,017. The city sits at an elevation of 915 feet (279 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Gámbara vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 97 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 915 ft (279 m) |
| Area | 137.6 sq mi (356.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.9321°N, 102.1131°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 | 94 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 135 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 106 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 103 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 95 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 94 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 96 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (109 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 109 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in |
Gámbara has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 75°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Gámbara
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 Gámbara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo casa morelos |
Libraries in Gámbara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Benito Juárez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gámbara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Ignacio López Rayón | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Gámbara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gámbara
25 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 |
| Cutzarondiro | — | 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 |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tototan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tumbiscatio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Gámbara
What is the population of Gámbara?
Gámbara has a population of 3,017 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 137.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gámbara?
Gámbara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°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 34.5 inches.
How is the job market in Gámbara?
The job market in Gámbara is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 97 business establishments in the area.