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José María Morelos y Pavón, Mexico

Zacatecas · Mexico

José María Morelos y Pavón is a small town in Zacatecas, Mexico with a population of 1,737. Elevation: 6,388 ft (1,947 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,737 Population 2/sq mi density
6,388 ft Elevation 1,947 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
15.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,737
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation6,388 ft (1,947 m)
Population1,737
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,388 ft (1,947 m)
Coordinates23.8614°, -103.1398°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceZacatecas
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation15.6 inches (396 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About José María Morelos y Pavón

José María Morelos y Pavón is a small town in Mexico (Zacatecas) with a population of 1,737. The city sits at an elevation of 6,388 feet (1,947 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: José María Morelos y Pavón vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

José María Morelos y Pavón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,388 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above Mexico avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,388 ft (1,947 m)
Area1,034.2 sq mi (2,678.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates23.8614°N, 103.1398°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.6"
59% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.70"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 20, 2024.

Sep 20, 2024 10 km E of Emilio Carranza, Mexico M4.2 50 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 116 km
May 31, 1995 6 km WNW of Pasaje, Mexico M3.8 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 195 km
2018 Willa Category 3 259 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 167 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (137 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 137 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.2 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
May 71°F (21°C) 0.6 in
June 72°F (22°C) 2.3 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.3 in
August 69°F (21°C) 3.7 in Wettest
September 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.2 in
November 58°F (15°C) 0.5 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in

José María Morelos y Pavón has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near José María Morelos y Pavón

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W RADIO 1020 (Cañitas de Felipe Pescador) - 1020 AM - XECCCG-AM - Grupo Radio Cañon - Cañitas de Felipe Pescador, Zacatecas 1020 am, am MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in José María Morelos y Pavón

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ARCHIVO HISTORICO0.0
Biblioteca Municipal (Rio Grande)0.0
Biblioteca Publica La Luz0.0

Farmers Markets in José María Morelos y Pavón

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Juárez

Airports Near José María Morelos y Pavón

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ojitos de Santa Lucia AirportSmall Airport
Peña Flor AirportSmall 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 y Pavón

What is the population of José María Morelos y Pavón?

José María Morelos y Pavón has a population of 1,737 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,034.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in José María Morelos y Pavón?

José María Morelos y Pavón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches.

How is the job market in José María Morelos y Pavón?

The job market in José María Morelos y Pavón is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 56 business establishments in the area.

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