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Palmar Chico, Mexico

México · Mexico

Palmar Chico is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 3,127. Elevation: 2,589 ft (789 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

3,127 Population 13/sq mi density
2,589 ft Elevation 789 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population3,127
Density13/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation2,589 ft (789 m)
Population3,127
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation2,589 ft (789 m)
Coordinates18.6959°, -100.3685°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Palmar Chico

Palmar Chico is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 3,127. The city sits at an elevation of 2,589 feet (789 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 100 business establishments.

Income: Palmar Chico vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palmar Chico has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,589 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.6°F
55% above Mexico avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,589 ft (789 m)
Area241.3 sq mi (624.9 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates18.6959°N, 100.3685°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.79"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

492 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 137 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 124 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 130 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 130 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 61 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 39 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 90 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 123 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 97 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 137 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 90 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 57 km
Jul 18, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 137 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 75 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 100 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 75 km
Apr 27, 1995 23 km SSE of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.2 149 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 71 km
Apr 1, 1992 14 km N of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.2 149 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 210 km
2024 John Category 3 167 km
2023 Otis Category 5 111 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 260 km
2021 Rick Category 2 194 km
2017 Max Category 1 254 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 258 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 201 km
1996 Alma Category 2 228 km
1996 Boris Category 1 171 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 286 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 294 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 289 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 247 km
1984 Odile Category 2 226 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (79 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 79 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 79 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 137 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 187 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 188 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 189 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in
May 84°F (29°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 9.2 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.8 in Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 10.8 in
September 76°F (25°C) 10.0 in
October 76°F (25°C) 4.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Palmar Chico has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 73°F in December to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.8") and February the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Palmar Chico

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OFC. NO. 0145 EMILIANO ZAPATA
ES. FED. JUSTO SIERRA
ESC. SEP. VICENTE GUERRERO
ESC. PRIM. GUADALUPE VICTORIA
Escuela Primaria Leyes de Reforma
ESC. PRIM. NICOLAS BRAVO
ESC. PRIM. LEONA VICARIO
ESC. PRIM. LIC. GUSTAVO DIAZ ORDAZ
ESC. PRIM. CUAUHTEMON
SUPERVICION ESCOLAR NO. 57
OFTV. NO. 0496 15 DE MAYO
Preparatoria EPOEM 065
ESC. PRIM. CONSTITUCION DE 1917
PREESCOLAR AGUSTIN MELGAR
PREESCOLAR AGUSTIN MELGAR
Telesecundaria Libertad
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Radio Stations near Palmar Chico

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec 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

Farmers Markets in Palmar Chico

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Palmar Chico

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel "Chema"
Hotel "El Turista"

Restaurants in Palmar Chico

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comida "China"
Taqueria "Don Rafa"
Taqueria "El Paisa"

Clinics in Palmar Chico

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CENTRO DE SALUD PALMAR CHICO
ISSEMYM

Dentists in Palmar Chico

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dentista
Dentista

Veterinaries in Palmar Chico

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Veterinaria

Bus Stations in Palmar Chico

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estación "Ruleteras"
Palmar Chico
Zinabus

Gas Stations in Palmar Chico

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #408715317

Banks in Palmar Chico

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BBVA Bancomer
BBVA Bancomer
BBVA BANCOMER S.A.

Airports Near Palmar Chico

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Palmar Chico

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CONF. GENERAL D. IGLESIA DE DIOS
Iglesia "San José"
Iglesia "San José" Palmar Chico
TEMPLO DE MANGO MATUZ

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 Palmar Chico

What is the population of Palmar Chico?

Palmar Chico has a population of 3,127 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 241.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palmar Chico?

Palmar Chico has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in Palmar Chico?

The job market in Palmar Chico is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 100 business establishments in the area.

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