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José María Morelos, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

José María Morelos is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 1,331. Elevation: 6,663 ft (2,031 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,331 Population 1/sq mi density
6,663 ft Elevation 2,031 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
19.5 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population1,331
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation6,663 ft (2,031 m)
Population1,331
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,663 ft (2,031 m)
Coordinates25.0133°, -105.2088°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation19.5 inches (496 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About José María Morelos

José María Morelos is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 1,331. The city sits at an elevation of 6,663 feet (2,031 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 43 business establishments.

Income: José María Morelos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

José María Morelos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,663 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above Mexico avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,663 ft (2,031 m)
Area944.0 sq mi (2,445.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates25.0133°N, 105.2088°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.00"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 15, 2023.

Jul 12, 2009 16 km WSW of Canelas, Mexico M5.1 148 km
Jul 29, 2003 28 km SSW of Esfuerzos Unidos, Mexico M4.5 47 km
Apr 15, 2023 35 km SE of Indé, Mexico M4.0 74 km
May 31, 1995 6 km WNW of Pasaje, Mexico M3.8 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Orlene (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Orlene Category 1 252 km
2022 Roslyn Category 1 228 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 210 km
2018 Willa Category 3 226 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 283 km
2006 Lane Category 3 214 km
2002 Kenna Category 1 249 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 226 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 204 km
1985 Waldo Category 1 286 km
1983 Tico Category 2 260 km
1981 Norma Category 2 196 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (123 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 123 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in
March 56°F (13°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in
June 69°F (21°C) 2.6 in Warmest
July 67°F (20°C) 5.0 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in
December 51°F (10°C) 0.6 in

José María Morelos has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 50°F in January to 69°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and March the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near José María Morelos

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aguaje Blanco AirstripSmall Airport
Bacis AirportSmall Airport
El Durangueño AirportSmall Airport
Los Altares AirportSmall Airport
Pielagos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Cura AirstripSmall Airport
Rodeo AirportSmall Airport
San Juan del Río del Centauro del Norte AirportSmall Airport
San Miguel de Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Catarina de Tepehuanes AirportSmall Airport
Santiago Papasquiaro AirportSmall Airport
Terrenates AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 José María Morelos

What is the population of José María Morelos?

José María Morelos has a population of 1,331 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 944.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in José María Morelos?

José María Morelos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches.

How is the job market in José María Morelos?

The job market in José María Morelos is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 43 business establishments in the area.

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