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Mata de Plátano, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Mata de Plátano is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 624. Elevation: 3,189 ft (972 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 624 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,189 ft (972 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.9586°, -101.7136° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.5 inches (748 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mata de Plátano
Mata de Plátano is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 624. The city sits at an elevation of 3,189 feet (972 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Mata de Plátano vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 20 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,189 ft (972 m) |
| Area | 817.6 sq mi (2,117.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.9586°N, 101.7136°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 122 km |
| 1979 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 5 | 136 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 129 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 146 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 142 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 109 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 105 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (99 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 99 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in |
Mata de Plátano has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 71°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.1") and April the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Mata de Plátano
2 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 |
Airports Near Mata de Plátano
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Baztán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Fenix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Curva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza I Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Los Barajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tumbiscatio 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 Mata de Plátano
What is the population of Mata de Plátano?
Mata de Plátano has a population of 624 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 817.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mata de Plátano?
Mata de Plátano has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches.
How is the job market in Mata de Plátano?
The job market in Mata de Plátano is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.