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La Parota, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

La Parota is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 506. Elevation: 1,115 ft (340 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

506 Population 1/sq mi density
1,115 ft Elevation 340 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
36.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population506
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Population506
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Coordinates18.6657°, -100.8877°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation36.0 inches (915 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Parota

La Parota is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 506. The city sits at an elevation of 1,115 feet (340 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 16 business establishments.

Income: La Parota vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)16

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Parota has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 36.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,115 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)
Area841.7 sq mi (2,179.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.6657°N, 100.8877°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.0"
5% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

703 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 141 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 119 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 79 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 76 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 67 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 79 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 64 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 138 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 37 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 74 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 119 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 146 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 51 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 111 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 77 km
Jan 25, 1996 17 km WSW of Las Cañas, Mexico M5.5 132 km
Jul 11, 1998 18 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.5 150 km
Mar 31, 1993 6 km NNW of San Luis de La Loma, Mexico M5.5 149 km
Mar 31, 1992 11 km NW of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 135 km
Jul 18, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 242 km
2024 John Category 3 191 km
2023 Otis Category 5 124 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 223 km
2021 Rick Category 2 143 km
2017 Max Category 1 262 km
2015 Marty Category 1 269 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 253 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 274 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 297 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 279 km
2009 Andres Category 1 282 km
2006 John Category 4 275 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 224 km
1996 Alma Category 2 176 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 238 km
1996 Boris Category 1 119 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 256 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 238 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 103 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 125 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 141 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 142 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (106 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 106 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 129 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 160 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 87°F (30°C) 0.1 in
May 89°F (31°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 6.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in

La Parota has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 78°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near La Parota

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in La Parota

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
fosiles

Farmers Markets in La Parota

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Plaza

Airports Near La Parota

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CutzarondiroSmall Airport
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal 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 La Parota

What is the population of La Parota?

La Parota has a population of 506 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 841.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Parota?

La Parota has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches.

How is the job market in La Parota?

The job market in La Parota is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.

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