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Palaú, Mexico

Coahuila · Mexico

Palaú is a small city in Coahuila, Mexico with a population of 16,970. Elevation: 1,421 ft (433 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

16,970 Population 60/sq mi density
1,421 ft Elevation 433 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
17.8 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population16,970
Density60/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Population16,970
Population Density60 / sq mi
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Coordinates27.8924°, -101.4235°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceCoahuila
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation17.8 inches (452 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Palaú

Palaú is a small city in Mexico (Coahuila) with a population of 16,970. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet (433 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.8 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 543 business establishments.

Income: Palaú vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)543

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Palaú

Palaú has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is Aug (31°C), the coldest is Jan (13.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 406 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13.2°C / 56°F 0° / 31° 6.4
Feb 15.4°C / 60°F -0.8° / 35.7° 2.1
Mar 20.3°C / 69°F 4.8° / 37.9° 14.3
Apr 24.5°C / 76°F 10° / 40.8° 28.2
May 28°C / 82°F 16.8° / 41.9° 73.8
Jun 30°C / 86°F 20.1° / 42.7° 62.6
Jul 30.3°C / 87°F 21.8° / 40.6° 47.1
Aug 31°C / 88°F 22.6° / 41.5° 49.8
Sep 27.6°C / 82°F 17.4° / 39.1° 62.3
Oct 23.5°C / 74°F 8.8° / 38° 25.4
Nov 17.9°C / 64°F 4.7° / 34.4° 15.3
Dec 15.6°C / 60°F 0.6° / 33.1° 19.0
Palaú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Area281.5 sq mi (729.1 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates27.8924°N, 101.4235°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.8"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.15"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.6 on Jul 24, 2025.

Jun 5, 2025 56 km NW of Ocampo, Mexico M4.9 137 km
Dec 5, 1993 66 km NNW of Ocampo, Mexico M4.7 129 km
Jun 6, 2025 52 km NW of Ocampo, Mexico M4.0 135 km
Jun 6, 2025 58 km NW of Ocampo, Mexico M4.0 139 km
Oct 1, 1992 57 km N of Ocampo, Mexico M3.8 94 km
Jul 24, 2025 18 km E of El Indio, Texas M3.6 146 km
Apr 3, 2005 11 km NE of Guerrero, Mexico M3.5 123 km
Feb 20, 2022 3 km S of El Indio, Texas M3.4 127 km
Jan 9, 2021 3 km WSW of El Indio, Texas M3.3 125 km
Feb 18, 2021 7 km SSE of El Indio, Texas M3.3 128 km
Apr 24, 2024 92 km N of Ocampo, Mexico M3.2 106 km
Jun 18, 2021 3 km SSW of El Indio, Texas M3.1 126 km
Feb 27, 2021 6 km WNW of El Indio, Texas M3.0 125 km
Aug 29, 2021 3 km SW of El Indio, Texas M2.7 126 km
Apr 13, 2023 7 km ESE of El Indio, Texas M2.7 133 km
Jun 3, 2021 3 km E of Las Quintas Fronterizas, Texas M2.6 131 km
Aug 18, 2021 2 km WSW of El Indio, Texas M2.6 126 km
May 8, 2021 16 km ENE of El Indio, Texas M2.6 145 km
May 7, 2024 16 km ENE of El Indio, Texas M2.6 145 km
Jul 17, 2021 110 km SE of Study Butte, Texas M2.6 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Allen (1980).

Year Name Category Closest
1980 Allen Category 1 204 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in
March 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in
May 78°F (26°C) 2.1 in
June 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in
July 84°F (29°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 2.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in Wettest
October 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in

Palaú has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 54°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (0.4").

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Museums in Palaú

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura "Maria del Pilar"
Museo historico de Múzquiz
Museo Historico de Múzquiz

Libraries in Palaú

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca UAC0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Palaú

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Airports Near Palaú

42 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeropista de la Región Carbonífera-Small Airport
Cedro Solo Airstrip-Small Airport
Cerro Bola Airport-Small Airport
El Capulin Airport-Small Airport
El Chapote Airstrip-Small Airport
El Divisadero Airport-Small Airport
El Fortin Airport-Small Airport
El Potrero Airport-Small Airport
El Treinta Airport-Small Airport
Encinas Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda Cuajomulco Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda El Borrego Airport-Small Airport
La Azufrosa I Airport-Small Airport
La Comunidad Airport-Small Airport
La Gorriona Airstrip-Small Airport
La Luz Airport-Small Airport
La Nesta Airport-Small Airport
Las Norias Airstrip-Small Airport
Loma Blanca Airport-Small Airport
Los Pintos Airport-Small Airport
Mirador Santa Rosa Airport-Small Airport
Monteverde Airport-Small Airport
Múzquiz Airport-Small Airport
Rancho Agua Buena Airport-Small Airport
Rancho Don Roberto Airport-Small Airport
Rancho El Comandante Airport-Small Airport
Rancho El Jabali Airport-Small Airport
Rancho El Pato Airport-Small Airport
Rancho El Porvenir Airport-Small Airport
Rancho La Rosita Airport-Small Airport
Rancho La Zorra Airport-Small Airport
Rancho Las Hermanas Airstrip-Small Airport
Rancho Puerto Angel Airstrip-Small Airport
Rancho Sierra Hermosa Airstrip-Small Airport
Rincon de Maria Airport-Small Airport
San Antonio El Russio Airport-Small Airport
San Francisco Airport-Small Airport
San Ignacio Airstrip-Small Airport
San Javier Airport-Small Airport
San Manolo Airport-Small Airport
Santa Cecilia Airstrip-Small Airport
Santa Cruz Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Palaú

What is the population of Palaú?

Palaú has a population of 16,970 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 281.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palaú?

Palaú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches.

How is the job market in Palaú?

The job market in Palaú is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 543 business establishments in the area.

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