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Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas), Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas) is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 555. Elevation: 7,920 ft (2,414 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 555 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,920 ft (2,414 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.6818°, -101.7464° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.9 inches (860 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)
Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas) is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 555. The city sits at an elevation of 7,920 feet (2,414 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas) vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.9°F |
| 11% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 358 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,920 ft (2,414 m) |
| Area | 90.5 sq mi (234.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.6818°N, 101.7464°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (19 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 19 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 160 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 6.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in |
Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas) has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 54°F in January to 67°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.3") and February the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS40 Uruapan - 93.7 FM - XHENI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Uruapan, Michoacán | 93.7 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| CANDELA 91.1 (Uruapan) - 91.1 FM - XHFN-FM - Cadena RASA - Uruapan, Michoacán | 91.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Ley 106.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100.3 la ley (US) | — | MP3 48 kbps | |
| La Mejor Cuernavaca - 97.3 FM - XHVZ-FM - MVS Radio - Cuernavaca, MO | 97.3, 97.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Cuernavaca - 96.5 FM - XHJMG-FM - Grupo Mundo Comunicaciones - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 96.5 fm, cuernavaca | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mundo (Cuernavaca) - 96.5 FM - XHJMG-FM - Grupo Mundo Comunicaciones - Cuernavaca, MO | 1980's, 1980s | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura de Zacapu | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación Ruta Don Vasco | ||||
| Muse de Sitio Tzintzuntzan | ||||
| Museo Agrarista | ||||
| Museo de las Artes e Industrias Populares | ||||
| Quiosco |
Libraries in Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Francisco J. Múgica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Gertrudis Bocanegra | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos Gral Pueblita | |||||
| Mercado de los Martires | |||||
| Mercado Tariakuri |
Stadiums & Teams in Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport | MLM | Large Airport |
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Apatzingán - Pablo L. Sidar Airport | AZG | Small Airport |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutzarondiro | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Fenix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Curva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza I Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Piedad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Barajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)?
Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas) has a population of 555 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 90.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)?
Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.
How is the job market in Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas)?
The job market in Lázaro Cárdenas (Colonia de Lázaro Cárdenas) is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.