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Morelos, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

Morelos is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 560. Elevation: 5,069 ft (1,545 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

560 Population 4/sq mi density
5,069 ft Elevation 1,545 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
62.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population560
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain62.8 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation5,069 ft (1,545 m)
Population560
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,069 ft (1,545 m)
Coordinates16.7947°, -97.6769°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation62.8 inches (1,596 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Morelos

Morelos is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 560. The city sits at an elevation of 5,069 feet (1,545 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Morelos vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Morelos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,069 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,069 ft (1,545 m)
Area139.4 sq mi (361.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates16.7947°N, 97.6769°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.8"
65% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,244 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 114 km
Sep 14, 1995 5 km N of Azoyú, Mexico M7.4 98 km
Mar 20, 2012 6 km E of Santiago Llano Grande, Mexico M7.4 68 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 56 km
Feb 25, 1996 24 km SSW of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M7.1 100 km
Jul 19, 1997 4 km ENE of El Ciruelo, Mexico M6.9 77 km
Oct 24, 1993 1 km ENE of Jolotichán, Mexico M6.7 111 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 46 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 80 km
May 15, 1993 1 km ENE of Ometepec, Mexico M6.1 77 km
May 15, 1993 2 km SSW of Ometepec, Mexico M6.0 80 km
Apr 2, 2012 7 km SSW of Santa María Cortijo, Mexico M6.0 81 km
Nov 13, 1993 18 km SW of Montecillos, Mexico M6.0 117 km
Dec 16, 1997 46 km SSW of Barra de Tecoanapa, Mexico M6.0 147 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 57 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 54 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 112 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 46 km
Apr 1, 1991 11 km SW of Corralero, Mexico M5.8 94 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 86 km
2024 John Category 3 132 km
2023 Otis Category 5 226 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 167 km
2017 Max Category 1 131 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 291 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 41 km
2011 Hilary Category 3 223 km
2010 Karl Category 3 252 km
1998 Lester Category 2 256 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 80 km
1997 Rick Category 2 112 km
1996 Boris Category 1 287 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 141 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1787 SAN MARCOS Earthquake 4.0 m 11 94 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 3 98 km
1950 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 68 km
2012 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 2 68 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 109 km
1996 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 100 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 31 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
May 76°F (25°C) 4.5 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 12.8 in
July 75°F (24°C) 11.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 12.1 in
September 74°F (23°C) 13.5 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 5.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.1 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in

Morelos has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 69°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 62.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in Morelos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Airports Near Morelos

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ta Lo De SotoSmall Airport
Barranca Honda AirportSmall Airport
Cpa. Roberto Yáñez Cruz AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Las Cuevas AirstripSmall Airport
Pinotepa Nacional AirportSmall Airport
Pista del CentroSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec AirportSmall Airport
San Jose del Progreso Airport.Small Airport
San Mateo Yucutindoo AirportSmall Airport
Tututepec AirportSmall 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 Morelos

What is the population of Morelos?

Morelos has a population of 560 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 139.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Morelos?

Morelos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.8 inches.

How is the job market in Morelos?

Morelos has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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