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La Cuestita, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
La Cuestita is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 833. Elevation: 5,256 ft (1,602 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 833 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,256 ft (1,602 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.0643°, -102.4903° |
| 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 Cuestita
La Cuestita is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 833. The city sits at an elevation of 5,256 feet (1,602 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 Cuestita vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 27 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Cuestita
La Cuestita 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 | 5,256 ft (1,602 m) |
| Area | 60.9 sq mi (157.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.0643°N, 102.4903°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 81 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) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 6.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in |
La Cuestita has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.7") and March the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near La Cuestita
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 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 Cuestita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de la Ciudad de Zamora |
Libraries in La Cuestita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Luis González COLMICH | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Gabino Ortiz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Municipal Martínez de Navarrete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Cuestita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megabastos Zamora | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Jiquilpan | |||||
| Mercado del Carmen | |||||
| Mercado del Valle | |||||
| Mercado Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal La Barca | |||||
| Nuevo Mercado Hidalgo |
Stadiums & Teams in La Cuestita
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Cuestita
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cerritos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pajacuaran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tepatitlan Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
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What is the population of La Cuestita?
La Cuestita has a population of 833 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 60.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Cuestita?
La Cuestita 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 Cuestita?
The job market in La Cuestita is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.