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Palmar de Cuautla, Mexico

Nayarit · Mexico

Palmar de Cuautla is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 1,359. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,359 Population 2/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
44.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population1,359
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population1,359
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates22.2197°, -105.6475°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation44.0 inches (1,118 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Palmar de Cuautla

Palmar de Cuautla is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 1,359. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 43 business establishments.

Income: Palmar de Cuautla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palmar de Cuautla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above Mexico avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area652.3 sq mi (1,689.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates22.2197°N, 105.6475°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.0"
16% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 12.56"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Oct 3, 2024.

Nov 13, 2001 109 km SW of Barrón, Mexico M6.1 137 km
Sep 14, 2010 60 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M5.6 87 km
Apr 1, 1991 112 km SW of Barrón, Mexico M5.6 139 km
Jul 4, 2021 89 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M5.6 145 km
Sep 15, 2010 77 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M5.1 148 km
Feb 14, 1999 120 km WSW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M5.1 128 km
Feb 11, 2007 102 km SW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M5.0 120 km
Jan 21, 2007 99 km SW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M4.8 116 km
Mar 22, 2014 83 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M4.8 131 km
Nov 13, 2001 93 km SW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.8 121 km
Jan 22, 2013 78 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M4.7 148 km
Sep 26, 2009 77 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M4.5 130 km
Sep 14, 2010 74 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M4.5 103 km
Jul 4, 2008 8 km E of El Jicote, Mexico M4.4 88 km
Oct 28, 1998 4 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M4.4 120 km
Oct 3, 2024 120 km WSW of Palmar de Cuautla, Mexico M4.4 120 km
Sep 22, 2011 113 km WSW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M4.3 118 km
Apr 26, 2017 98 km SW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M4.2 114 km
Feb 29, 2004 87 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M4.2 128 km
Jun 15, 2013 4 km SE of Rincón de Guayabitos, Mexico M4.2 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

27 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 201 km
2022 Roslyn Category 4 20 km
2022 Orlene Category 3 71 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 194 km
2021 Olaf Category 1 292 km
2021 Nora Category 1 182 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 235 km
2018 Willa Category 4 48 km
2015 Patricia Category 3 231 km
2011 Jova Category 2 245 km
2006 Lane Category 3 128 km
2006 John Category 3 233 km
2002 Kenna Category 5 58 km
1999 Greg Category 1 295 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 129 km
1995 Henriette Category 1 235 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 41 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 289 km
1993 Calvin Category 1 260 km
1989 Kiko Category 2 248 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isabel, Isla (48 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Isabel, Isla Tuff cone(s) 95 m (312 ft) Unknown 48 km
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 169 km
Mascota Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,560 m (8,399 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 2.9 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 11.1 in
August 83°F (28°C) 12.6 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in
October 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in

Palmar de Cuautla has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 70°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.6") and March the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Palmar de Cuautla

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Adolfo Lopez Mateos
Venustiano Carranza
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Radio Stations near Palmar de Cuautla

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA PATRONA 94.5 (Santiago) - 94.5 FM - XHSI-FM - Alica Medios - Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit 94.5 fm, alica medios MP3 96 kbps
Tuba Stereo (Tecuala) - 92.5 FM / 570 AM - XHETD-FM / XETD-AM - Alica Medios - Tecuala, NA 570, 570 am MP3
La patrona - 94.1 FM [Chihuahua, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps
La patrona - 95.1 FM [Bocoyna, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps
La Patrona (Acaponeta) - 98.1 FM - XHLH-FM - Alica Medios - Acaponeta, NA 98.1, 98.1 fm MP3

Airports Near Palmar de Cuautla

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Acaponeta AirportSmall Airport
Dolores Nay AirportSmall Airport
Las Norias AirstripSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirstripSmall Airport
Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul AirportSmall Airport
Mesa de Los Huicholes AirstripSmall Airport
Pista Aérea de TuxpanSmall Airport
San Bias AirportSmall Airport
Teacapán Naval Air Station / Escuinapa National AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mazatlan

🇲🇽 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 de Cuautla

What is the population of Palmar de Cuautla?

Palmar de Cuautla has a population of 1,359 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 652.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palmar de Cuautla?

Palmar de Cuautla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches.

How is the job market in Palmar de Cuautla?

The job market in Palmar de Cuautla is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 43 business establishments in the area.

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