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La Placita de Morelos, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
La Placita de Morelos is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,442. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Placita de Morelos
La Placita, Michoacán, is a small town located in Michoacán, Mexico, near the Pacific coast. It is located approximately 1.4 km away from Playa La Placita, a beach on the Pacific Coast.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,442 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.5322°, -103.5876° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.7 inches (1,008 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Placita de Morelos
La Placita de Morelos is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,442. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Placita de Morelos vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 46 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 184.2 sq mi (477.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.5322°N, 103.5876°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.9 m (46 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1818 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 13.9 m | 2,000 | 73 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 50 | 87 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 75 | 115 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 126 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 118 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 62 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | — | 131 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 61 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 67 km |
| 2003 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 29 | 61 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 65 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Colima (109 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 109 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.5 in |
La Placita de Morelos has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in March to 80°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.8") and April the driest (0.0").
Hotels in La Placita de Morelos
19 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Placita de Morelos
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Placita de Morelos
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport | CLQ | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Aerofumigaciones Narvaez | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo C.P.A. Roberto Nevarez Dominguez | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Cerro de Ortega | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Tigrera | — | Small Airport |
| Calderitas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coahuayana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pablo L. Sidar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | — | Small Airport |
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 Placita de Morelos
What is the population of La Placita de Morelos?
La Placita de Morelos has a population of 1,442 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Placita de Morelos?
La Placita de Morelos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches.
How is the job market in La Placita de Morelos?
The job market in La Placita de Morelos is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.