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Los Espinos, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Los Espinos is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 624. Elevation: 6,542 ft (1,994 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

624 Population 6/sq mi density
6,542 ft Elevation 1,994 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
26.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population624
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation6,542 ft (1,994 m)
Population624
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation6,542 ft (1,994 m)
Coordinates19.9013°, -101.7756°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation26.0 inches (659 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Los Espinos

Los Espinos is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 624. The city sits at an elevation of 6,542 feet (1,994 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: Los Espinos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Los Espinos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 26.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,542 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,542 ft (1,994 m)
Area105.2 sq mi (272.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates19.9013°N, 101.7756°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.0"
32% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.80"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

85 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.8 on May 22, 2025.

May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 137 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 143 km
Jun 16, 2019 16 km SW of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M5.1 148 km
Oct 29, 1990 6 km NE of El Chauz, Mexico M5.1 109 km
Mar 20, 2006 8 km W of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M4.9 139 km
May 22, 2025 2 km WSW of Nueva Italia de Ruiz, Mexico M4.8 105 km
Oct 18, 1994 7 km S of El Chauz, Mexico M4.7 123 km
Jan 2, 2002 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M4.7 130 km
Oct 12, 1997 12 km E of Poturo, Mexico M4.6 123 km
Sep 8, 2010 18 km ESE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M4.6 145 km
May 26, 2014 20 km E of Poturo, Mexico M4.5 123 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 133 km
May 3, 1992 17 km SSW of Loma de los Hoyos, Mexico M4.5 136 km
Nov 28, 1995 32 km NNE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M4.5 141 km
Feb 7, 1998 2 km SW of Bonifacio Moreno (El Aguaje), Mexico M4.4 143 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 71 km
May 21, 1997 9 km SW of Poturo, Mexico M4.3 127 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 113 km
Aug 6, 2001 9 km SSW of Poturo, Mexico M4.3 129 km
Jun 6, 2007 12 km WNW of Las Cañas, Mexico M4.3 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Otis (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Otis Category 4 290 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 262 km
2021 Rick Category 2 155 km
2015 Patricia Category 1 282 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 281 km
1996 Alma Category 2 221 km
1996 Boris Category 1 141 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 262 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 249 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 266 km
1984 Odile Category 1 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (6 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 6 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 169 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in
February 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 5.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 7.8 in Wettest
August 65°F (19°C) 7.2 in
September 65°F (18°C) 5.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Los Espinos has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 57°F in December to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Los Espinos

5 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
EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán 98.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Los Espinos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura de Zacapu

Libraries in Los Espinos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Francisco J. Múgica0.0

Farmers Markets in Los Espinos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Abastos Gral Pueblita

Airports Near Los Espinos

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International AirportUPNMedium Airport
Aeródromo SofíaSmall Airport
Carlos Díaz Becerril AirportSmall Airport
CutzarondiroSmall Airport
El Cobano AirportSmall Airport
El Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Hernandez Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal AirportSmall Airport
La Piedad AirportSmall Airport
Pátzcuaro - Purépecha AirportSmall Airport
Zamora AirportZMMSmall 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 Los Espinos

What is the population of Los Espinos?

Los Espinos has a population of 624 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 105.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Los Espinos?

Los Espinos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.0 inches.

How is the job market in Los Espinos?

The job market in Los Espinos is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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