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La Cantera, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
La Cantera is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 4,024. Elevation: 7,044 ft (2,147 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 4,024 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,044 ft (2,147 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.8641°, -102.4083° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.5 inches (546 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Cantera
La Cantera is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 4,024. The city sits at an elevation of 7,044 feet (2,147 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Cantera vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 129 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Cantera
La Cantera has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is May (24.4°C), the coldest is Dec (17.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 741 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,044 ft (2,147 m) |
| Area | 131.2 sq mi (339.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.8641°N, 102.4083°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 145 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 69 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 65°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
La Cantera has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in December to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and March the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near La Cantera
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS40 Uruapan - 93.7 FM - XHENI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Uruapan, Michoacán | 93.7 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco | 104.7 fm, cadena rasa | MP3 | |
| CANDELA 91.1 (Uruapan) - 91.1 FM - XHFN-FM - Cadena RASA - Uruapan, Michoacán | 91.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS 40 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán | 98.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in La Cantera
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de la Ciudad de Zamora |
Libraries in La Cantera
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Luis González COLMICH | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Municipal Martínez de Navarrete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Cantera
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megabastos Zamora | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Tangancicuaro | |||||
| Mercado del Carmen | |||||
| Mercado del Valle | |||||
| Mercado Hidalgo | |||||
| Nuevo Mercado Hidalgo |
Stadiums & Teams in La Cantera
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Cantera
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| And Port Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calderitas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Raya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cerritos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pajacuaran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Cantera
What is the population of La Cantera?
La Cantera has a population of 4,024 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 131.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Cantera?
La Cantera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches.
How is the job market in La Cantera?
The job market in La Cantera is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 129 business establishments in the area.