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Otzoloapan, Mexico

México · Mexico

Otzoloapan is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 1,742. Elevation: 4,528 ft (1,380 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

1,742 Population 41/sq mi density
4,528 ft Elevation 1,380 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
43.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Otzoloapan

Otzoloapan Municipality is a municipality located at the southeast of the State of Mexico. The name is from the Náhuatl 'Oceloapan' which means "river of lynxes". It is located in the southwest part of the state bordering the state of Michoacán.

People

Population1,742
Density41/mi²

Economy

Unemployment11.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation4,528 ft (1,380 m)
Population1,742
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation4,528 ft (1,380 m)
Coordinates19.1173°, -100.2968°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation43.2 inches (1,096 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Otzoloapan

Otzoloapan is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 1,742. The city sits at an elevation of 4,528 feet (1,380 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 11.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Otzoloapan vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.8%
228% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Otzoloapan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,528 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.6°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,528 ft (1,380 m)
Area42.8 sq mi (110.9 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates19.1173°N, 100.2968°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.2"
14% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.62"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

375 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 146 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 109 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 86 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 116 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 142 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 127 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 104 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 118 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 98 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 101 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 94 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 118 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 96 km
Jul 28, 2007 19 km S of Patambó, Mexico M5.1 132 km
Jul 16, 2023 3 km W of Paso de Arena, Mexico M5.1 109 km
Mar 3, 2019 6 km SW of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.1 139 km
May 16, 2018 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M5.0 102 km
May 16, 2003 1 km S of Guayameo, Mexico M5.0 137 km
Sep 21, 2002 11 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.0 121 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 2 248 km
2024 John Category 3 209 km
2023 Otis Category 5 158 km
2021 Rick Category 2 219 km
2017 Max Category 1 298 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 244 km
1996 Alma Category 2 254 km
1996 Boris Category 1 197 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 282 km
1984 Odile Category 2 262 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (32 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 32 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 57 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 123 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 169 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 173 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 174 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
May 73°F (23°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 8.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 8.6 in Wettest
August 67°F (20°C) 8.5 in
September 67°F (20°C) 8.4 in
October 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in

Otzoloapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 64°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.6") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Otzoloapan

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec MP3 128 kbps
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 89.1 fm, concesión social MP3 128 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Otzoloapan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Arqueología
Museo Joaquin Arcadio Pagaza

Libraries in Otzoloapan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Pública Joaquin Arcadio Pagaza0.0
Espacio Odisea0.0

Farmers Markets in Otzoloapan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado de Artesanias
Mercado Municipal
Plaza Juárez
Tienda Comunitaria

Breweries in Otzoloapan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Makaá

Airports Near Otzoloapan

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Huetamo 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 Otzoloapan

What is the population of Otzoloapan?

Otzoloapan has a population of 1,742 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 42.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Otzoloapan?

Otzoloapan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches.

How is the job market in Otzoloapan?

The job market in Otzoloapan faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 56 business establishments in the area.

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