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Palmar Grande, Mexico

México · Mexico

Palmar Grande is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 656. Elevation: 2,175 ft (663 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

656 Population 1/sq mi density
2,175 ft Elevation 663 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population656
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation2,175 ft (663 m)
Population656
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,175 ft (663 m)
Coordinates18.5821°, -100.4099°
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 Grande

Palmar Grande is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 656. The city sits at an elevation of 2,175 feet (663 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 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: Palmar Grande vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palmar Grande 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 2,175 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

Elevation2,175 ft (663 m)
Area551.2 sq mi (1,427.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.5821°N, 100.4099°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

625 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 145 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 124 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 126 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 114 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 48 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 123 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 26 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 84 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 144 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 114 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 86 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 136 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 80 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 147 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 149 km
Mar 31, 1993 6 km NNW of San Luis de La Loma, Mexico M5.5 150 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 45 km
Mar 31, 1992 11 km NW of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 145 km
Jul 18, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M5.4 124 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 202 km
2024 John Category 3 157 km
2023 Otis Category 5 99 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 247 km
2021 Rick Category 2 184 km
2017 Max Category 1 243 km
2015 Marty Category 1 291 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 245 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 290 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 290 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 191 km
1996 Alma Category 2 220 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 274 km
1996 Boris Category 1 159 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 282 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 281 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 239 km
1986 Agatha Category 1 291 km
1984 Odile Category 2 215 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis 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 5 125 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 145 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (90 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 90 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 93 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 146 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 195 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 197 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 198 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 199 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 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
May 83°F (29°C) 1.5 in
June 80°F (26°C) 9.1 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.9 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 11.1 in Wettest
September 76°F (24°C) 10.2 in
October 76°F (24°C) 4.2 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Palmar Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 73°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.1") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Palmar Grande

2 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

Airports Near Palmar Grande

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Aeródromo Los FilosSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Palmar Grande

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CAPILLA

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 Grande

What is the population of Palmar Grande?

Palmar Grande has a population of 656 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 551.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palmar Grande?

Palmar Grande 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 Grande?

The job market in Palmar Grande is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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