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Palma de Huaro, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Palma de Huaro is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 622. Elevation: 971 ft (296 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

622 Population 1/sq mi density
971 ft Elevation 296 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
28.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population622
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Population622
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Coordinates18.7245°, -101.7488°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation28.9 inches (735 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Palma de Huaro

Palma de Huaro is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 622. The city sits at an elevation of 971 feet (296 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: Palma de Huaro vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palma de Huaro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 971 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.0°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Area621.3 sq mi (1,609.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.7245°N, 101.7488°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.9"
24% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.85"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

703 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 11, 2025.

Sep 19, 2022 35 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M7.6 131 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 120 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 150 km
Sep 22, 2022 55 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M6.8 137 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 76 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 97 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 113 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 16 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 143 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 50 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 145 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 85 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 62 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 63 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 88 km
Jan 16, 1997 33 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M5.5 120 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 78 km
Jan 25, 1996 17 km WSW of Las Cañas, Mexico M5.5 47 km
Mar 11, 1993 8 km WSW of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 49 km
Jan 29, 1990 28 km WSW of Arteaga, Mexico M5.4 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

23 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: John (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 John Category 3 188 km
2023 Otis Category 5 191 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 169 km
2021 Rick Category 2 60 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 251 km
2015 Marty Category 1 241 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 231 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 259 km
2013 Erick Category 1 261 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 296 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 197 km
2009 Andres Category 1 222 km
2006 John Category 4 227 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 290 km
1996 Alma Category 2 106 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 170 km
1996 Boris Category 1 48 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 205 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 167 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 263 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 9,500 102 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 113 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 103 km
1973 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 56 135 km
2022 MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 2 131 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 85 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 80 km
1941 MEXICO Earthquake 84 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (125 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 125 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
May 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 6.1 in
September 78°F (26°C) 6.0 in
October 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in

Palma de Huaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and March the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Palma de Huaro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Miguel Hidalgo

Stadiums & Teams in Palma de Huaro

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Airports Near Palma de Huaro

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lázaro Cárdenas AirportLZCMedium Airport
Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International AirportUPNMedium Airport
Apatzingán - Pablo L. Sidar AirportAZGSmall Airport
Carlos Díaz Becerril AirportSmall Airport
CutzarondiroSmall Airport
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
El Cobano AirportSmall Airport
El Fenix AirportSmall Airport
Hernandez Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
La Curva AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza I AirportSmall Airport
Las Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Los Barajas AirportSmall Airport
Tumbiscatio 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 Palma de Huaro

What is the population of Palma de Huaro?

Palma de Huaro has a population of 622 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 621.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palma de Huaro?

Palma de Huaro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.

How is the job market in Palma de Huaro?

The job market in Palma de Huaro is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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