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Palma Prieta, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Palma Prieta is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 953. Elevation: 6,572 ft (2,003 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

953 Population 1/sq mi density
6,572 ft Elevation 2,003 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
17.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population953
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation6,572 ft (2,003 m)
Population953
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,572 ft (2,003 m)
Coordinates21.2580°, -100.7074°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation17.0 inches (431 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Palma Prieta

Palma Prieta is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 953. The city sits at an elevation of 6,572 feet (2,003 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 30 business establishments.

Income: Palma Prieta vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palma Prieta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 17.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,572 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above Mexico avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,572 ft (2,003 m)
Area998.3 sq mi (2,585.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates21.2580°N, 100.7074°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.0"
55% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.46"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 25, 2011.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 139 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 142 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 130 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 123 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 142 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 145 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 106 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 136 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 118 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 117 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 125 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 143 km
Jun 26, 2000 9 km ENE of Bella Vista del Río, Mexico M3.4 140 km
Apr 8, 1998 21 km SE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M3.3 141 km
May 2, 1992 10 km WNW of Tarandacuao, Mexico M3.2 137 km
Feb 17, 1993 10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico M3.2 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gert (1993).

Year Name Category Closest
1993 Gert Category 1 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (191 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.3 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.3 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
May 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
September 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 58°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest
December 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in

Palma Prieta has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 55°F in January to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and November the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Palma Prieta

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO LOBO 88.3 (San José Iturbide) - 88.3 FM - XHSJI-FM - Grupo Radar - San José Iturbide, Guanajuato 88.3 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Cuenca de la Independencia derechos humanos, indigenous MP3
W RADIO 90.1 (San José Iturbide) - 90.1 FM - XHPSJI-FM - GlobalMedia - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato 90.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Palma Prieta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
antigua carcelero
José Alfredo Jiménez
Museo Bicentenario
Museo de la Indepencia
Museo Del Vino

Libraries in Palma Prieta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Pública Carmen Serdán0.0

Farmers Markets in Palma Prieta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadillo
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Juárez

Breweries in Palma Prieta

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervezas Modelo en San Luis de la Paz

Stadiums & Teams in Palma Prieta

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Palma Prieta

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeródromo de Campo CortésSmall Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de AllendeSmall Airport
Aeródromo del Rancho Medio SitioSmall Airport
Aeródromo El JagueySmall Airport
Aeródromo La RocaSmall Airport
Aeródromo SofíaSmall Airport
Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato)Small Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade AirportSmall Airport
La Begoña AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El JaralitoSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Rosa AirstripSmall 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 Prieta

What is the population of Palma Prieta?

Palma Prieta has a population of 953 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 998.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palma Prieta?

Palma Prieta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches.

How is the job market in Palma Prieta?

The job market in Palma Prieta is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 30 business establishments in the area.

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