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José María Morelos, Mexico

Puebla · Mexico

José María Morelos is a small town in Puebla, Mexico with a population of 1,366. Elevation: 8,146 ft (2,483 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,366 Population 7/sq mi density
8,146 ft Elevation 2,483 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
18.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About José María Morelos

José María Morelos

José María Teclo Morelos Pérez y Pavón was a Mexican Catholic priest, statesman and military leader who led the Mexican War of Independence movement, assuming its leadership after the execution of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla in 1811.

People

Population1,366
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days361/yr
Elevation8,146 ft (2,483 m)
Population1,366
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation8,146 ft (2,483 m)
Coordinates19.1415°, -97.4681°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvincePuebla
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation18.2 inches (462 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About José María Morelos

José María Morelos is a small town in Mexico (Puebla) with a population of 1,366. The city sits at an elevation of 8,146 feet (2,483 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 44 business establishments.

Income: José María Morelos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)44

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 54°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 361 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,146 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days361 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,146 ft (2,483 m)
Area200.9 sq mi (520.2 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates19.1415°N, 97.4681°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

126 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 19, 2024.

Sep 19, 2017 1 km S of Matzaco, Mexico M7.1 126 km
Jun 15, 1999 1 km SE of Texcala, Mexico M7.0 84 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 125 km
May 6, 1994 7 km NE of San Vicente Boquerón, Mexico M5.3 106 km
Apr 3, 1997 7 km SSE of Piaxtla, Mexico M5.2 136 km
Feb 3, 2010 5 km NE of Xayacatlán de Bravo, Mexico M4.9 108 km
Nov 15, 1990 21 km N of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.7 138 km
Feb 8, 2016 5 km WSW of Atecax, Mexico M4.7 61 km
Jul 14, 2010 20 km E of Santa María Camotlán, Mexico M4.6 142 km
Mar 20, 2012 11 km NNW of San Miguel Huautla, Mexico M4.6 149 km
Jul 24, 2016 26 km NNW of Coixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.5 135 km
Feb 15, 2017 11 km NE of Colonia el Renacimiento, Mexico M4.4 140 km
Feb 14, 2012 11 km NNE of Veracruz, Mexico M4.4 145 km
Dec 8, 2000 21 km ESE of Santiago Chazumba, Mexico M4.3 115 km
Sep 3, 2013 Gulf of America M4.3 142 km
Oct 22, 2012 3 km ENE of Santiago Huajolotitlán, Mexico M4.3 147 km
Jun 24, 1999 4 km SSW of Totoltepec de Guerrero, Mexico M4.2 114 km
Mar 21, 1998 8 km W of San Mateo Ozolco, Mexico M4.1 119 km
Feb 4, 2003 Puebla region, Mexico M4.1 113 km
Apr 5, 2008 0 km SW of Santiago Chilixtlahuaca, Mexico M4.1 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 2 298 km
2021 Grace Category 3 153 km
2017 Katia Category 2 167 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 132 km
2012 Carlotta Category 1 297 km
2010 Karl Category 3 75 km
2007 Dean Category 2 152 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 156 km
2005 Stan Category 1 277 km
2000 Keith Category 1 270 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 269 km
1993 Gert Category 2 229 km
1990 Diana Category 2 196 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 297 km
1988 Debby Category 1 174 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Serdan-Oriental (14 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Serdan-Oriental Tuff cone(s) 3,485 m (11,434 ft) Unknown 14 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 21 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 24 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 31 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 51 km
Humeros, Los Caldera(s) 3,150 m (10,335 ft) -4470 60 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 96 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 122 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 123 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 131 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in
February 51°F (10°C) 0.5 in
March 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 5.4 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 51°F (11°C) 0.6 in
December 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest

José María Morelos has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 50°F in December to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and December the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near José María Morelos

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA COMADRE 100.3 (Orizaba) - 100.3 FM - XHPP-FM - Valanci Media Group - Orizaba, Veracruz 100.3 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
LA INVASORA 88.9 (Perote) - 88.9 FM - XHBE-FM - Molina Comunicaciones - Perote, Veracruz 88.9 fm, banda MP3 96 kbps
La K-Pitana MP3

Farmers Markets in José María Morelos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado "Miguel A. Huesca"
Mercado "San Andrés"
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Atzitzintla
Mercado Municipal El Seco

Airports Near José María Morelos

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Lencero AirportJALMedium Airport
Aeródromo AerolandiaSmall Airport
Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz AirportSmall Airport
Loma Roja AirportSmall Airport
Tehuacán National AirportTCNSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 1,366 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 200.9 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 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches.

How is the job market in José María Morelos?

The job market in José María Morelos is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 44 business establishments in the area.

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