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Los Guajes, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Los Guajes is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,292. Elevation: 5,840 ft (1,780 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,292 Population 11/sq mi density
5,840 ft Elevation 1,780 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
17.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,292
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,840 ft (1,780 m)
Population1,292
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation5,840 ft (1,780 m)
Coordinates20.2604°, -102.1430°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation17.7 inches (450 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Los Guajes

Los Guajes is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,292. The city sits at an elevation of 5,840 feet (1,780 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: Los Guajes vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Los Guajes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 17.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,840 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,840 ft (1,780 m)
Area119.9 sq mi (310.5 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates20.2604°N, 102.1430°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.7"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.83"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.8 on May 22, 2025.

Oct 29, 1990 6 km NE of El Chauz, Mexico M5.1 147 km
May 22, 2025 2 km WSW of Nueva Italia de Ruiz, Mexico M4.8 139 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 84 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 112 km
Oct 4, 2017 9 km SSE of Tepalcatepec, Mexico M4.3 147 km
May 18, 2012 1 km NNW of San Cristóbal Zapotitlán, Mexico M4.2 129 km
Apr 2, 2011 Michoacan, Mexico M4.2 119 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 139 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 82 km
Dec 12, 2001 0 km NNE of San Vicente, Mexico M4.2 133 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 81 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 67 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 76 km
Jan 28, 2011 3 km SSE of Lombardía, Mexico M4.1 126 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 82 km
Dec 18, 2001 7 km NE of La Huacana, Mexico M4.1 144 km
Mar 8, 2007 6 km E of Apatzingán, Mexico M4.1 132 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 80 km
May 19, 2006 4 km NNW of Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Mexico M4.0 133 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 2 261 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 264 km
2021 Rick Category 2 185 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 296 km
2015 Patricia Category 4 237 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 276 km
2011 Jova Category 1 299 km
1996 Alma Category 2 253 km
1996 Boris Category 1 174 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 269 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 247 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (61 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 61 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in
February 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 5.7 in
July 69°F (21°C) 7.8 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 6.8 in
September 67°F (20°C) 5.2 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Los Guajes has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 59°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Los Guajes

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco 104.7 fm, cadena rasa MP3
ARANDAS FM 107.3 (Arandas) - 107.3 FM - XHARDJ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Arandas, Jalisco 107.3 fm, américa MP3 40 kbps
LOS 40 - MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán 98.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Los Guajes

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "José Hernández Moreno"0.0
Biblioteca UNIVA0.0
José Ma. Morelos y Pavón0.0

Farmers Markets in Los Guajes

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Megabastos Zamora
Mercado de Las Cuatro Esquinas
Mercado Municipal "Gildardo Magaña"

Stadiums & Teams in Los Guajes

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Los Guajes

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Aeródromo El Tepozán-Small Airport
Aeródromo Sofía-Small Airport
El Loreto Airport-Small Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport-Small Airport
La Piedad Airport-Small Airport
Los Gonzalez Airport-Small Airport
Ocotlán Airport-Small Airport
Pajacuaran Airport-Small Airport
Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport-Small Airport
Tepatitlan Municipal Airport-Small 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 Guajes

What is the population of Los Guajes?

Los Guajes has a population of 1,292 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 119.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Los Guajes?

Los Guajes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.7 inches.

How is the job market in Los Guajes?

The job market in Los Guajes is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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