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La Orilla, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
La Orilla is a small city in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 20,126. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 20,126 |
| Population Density | 66 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.9958°, -102.2269° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.8 inches (1,239 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Orilla
La Orilla is a small city in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 20,126. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Orilla vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 644 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Orilla
La Orilla has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.4°C), the coldest is Feb (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 946 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.1°F |
| 50% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 303.0 sq mi (784.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 66/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.9958°N, 102.2269°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 39 km |
| 1979 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 5 | 103 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 65 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 98 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 92 km |
| 2014 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 149 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 11 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 18 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 9.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 10.2 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in |
La Orilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.9") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Orilla
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primaria Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria 19 de Septiembre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela secundaria técnica estatal 9 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Francisco J. Mújica | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Federal 12 de Octubre | — | — | — | — |
| Bachillerato Belisario Dominguez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Técnica 91 | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Federal Rafael Ramírez | — | — | — | — |
| Secundaria Técnica 113 | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de atención psicopedagógica de educación especial José Vasconcelos CAPEP | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Federal Mártires de la Revolución | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Anglo Mexicano | — | — | — | — |
| School | — | — | — | — |
| Esc Prim Fed Juan N Alvarez | — | — | — | — |
| Preparatoria UVAC | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de educación básica para adultos CEBA | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela primaria estatal Juan Rulfo | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Ignacio Manuel Altamitano | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Orilla
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EL KUINO 96.1 (La Piedad) - 96.1 FM - XHPLPM-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - La Piedad, Michoacán | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 24 kbps |
Libraries in La Orilla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Álvaro Obregón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Álvaro Obregón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Guacamayas | 0.0 | |||||
| Guacamayas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Orilla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lázaro Cárdenas | |||||
| Mercado Cuahutémoc | |||||
| Mercado Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in La Orilla
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Orilla
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Orilla
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in La Orilla
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Orilla
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Orilla
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lázaro Cárdenas Airport | LZC | Medium Airport |
| Aguililla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tototan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tumbiscatio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in La Orilla
16 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Análisis clínicos Curie | ||
| Análisis clínicos del doctor Simi | ||
| Celia | ||
| Centro de Salid | ||
| Centro de Salud Lázaro Cárdenas | ||
| Clínica de ojos Loreto | ||
| Clínica del pie | ||
| Clínica Fátima | ||
| Gabinete de rayos X | ||
| Laboratorio de análisis clínicos Melchor Ocampo | ||
| Laboratorio de análisis clínicos Melchor Ocampo | ||
| Laboratorio de diagnóstico clínico y microbiológico Lázaro Cárdenas | ||
| Médica Rontgen | ||
| Morelia | ||
| Purépecha | ||
| Santa Lucía Torre Médica |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Orilla
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla el Señor de los Milagros | |
| Iglesia cristiana Emmanuel | |
| Iglesia Cristiana Emmanuel | |
| La Luz del Mundo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Orilla
What is the population of La Orilla?
La Orilla has a population of 20,126 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 303.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Orilla?
La Orilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches.
How is the job market in La Orilla?
The job market in La Orilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 644 business establishments in the area.