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Palo Alto de Abajo, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Palo Alto de Abajo is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 999. Elevation: 5,656 ft (1,724 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

999 Population 2/sq mi density
5,656 ft Elevation 1,724 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
17.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population999
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,656 ft (1,724 m)
Population999
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,656 ft (1,724 m)
Coordinates20.3673°, -101.8075°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation17.7 inches (450 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Palo Alto de Abajo

Palo Alto de Abajo is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 999. The city sits at an elevation of 5,656 feet (1,724 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 32 business establishments.

Income: Palo Alto de Abajo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palo Alto de Abajo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 69°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 17.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,656 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,656 ft (1,724 m)
Area636.5 sq mi (1,648.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates20.3673°N, 101.8075°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.7"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.05"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 15, 2023.

Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 108 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 143 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 118 km
Apr 2, 2011 Michoacan, Mexico M4.2 139 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 109 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 109 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 100 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 93 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 71 km
Jan 28, 2011 3 km SSE of Lombardía, Mexico M4.1 139 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 108 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 104 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 113 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 113 km
Apr 2, 2003 1 km SSW of Tacátzcuaro, Mexico M3.9 106 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 36 km
Sep 13, 2004 17 km N of Tazumbo, Mexico M3.9 134 km
Oct 7, 1999 4 km SSE of Queréndaro, Mexico M3.8 118 km
Nov 15, 2000 9 km SSE of Carapán, Mexico M3.8 68 km
Jul 6, 2004 4 km E of Otatlán, Mexico M3.8 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 2 293 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 295 km
2021 Rick Category 2 203 km
2015 Patricia Category 1 271 km
1996 Alma Category 2 271 km
1996 Boris Category 1 190 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 299 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 279 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 282 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (58 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 58 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in
February 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
May 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in
July 69°F (21°C) 7.1 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 6.0 in
September 67°F (19°C) 4.6 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Palo Alto de Abajo has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 59°F in December to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.1") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Palo Alto de Abajo

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO LOBO 106.3 (Irapuato) - 106.3 FM - XHITO-FM - Grupo Radar - Irapuato, Guanajuato 106.3 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
LA PERRONA 92.5 (Irapuato) - 92.5 FM - XHSAG-FM - Grupo El Salmantino - Irapuato, Guanajuato 92.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
W RADIO 107.9 (Irapuato) - 107.9 FM - XHWE-FM - Radio Grupo Antonio Contreras - Irapuato, Guanajuato 107.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS 40 MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán 98.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 93.5 (Irapuato) - 93.5 FM - XHNY-FM - Irapuato, Guanajuato 93.5 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps
RADAR 94.3 (Irapuato) - 94.3 FM - XHJTA-FM - Grupo Radar - Irapuato, Guanajuato 94.3 fm, contemporary hits radio AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Palo Alto de Abajo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CASA DE MIGUEL HIDALGO

Libraries in Palo Alto de Abajo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "José Hernández Moreno"0.0
Biblioteca UNIVA0.0

Farmers Markets in Palo Alto de Abajo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal "Gildardo Magaña"

Stadiums & Teams in Palo Alto de Abajo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Palo Alto de Abajo

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Aeródromo de Campo CortésSmall Airport
Aeródromo del Rancho Medio SitioSmall Airport
Aeródromo El TepozánSmall Airport
Aeródromo SofíaSmall Airport
El Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato)Small Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal AirportSmall Airport
La Piedad AirportSmall Airport
Zamora AirportZMMSmall 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 Palo Alto de Abajo

What is the population of Palo Alto de Abajo?

Palo Alto de Abajo has a population of 999 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 636.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palo Alto de Abajo?

Palo Alto de Abajo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.7 inches.

How is the job market in Palo Alto de Abajo?

The job market in Palo Alto de Abajo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.

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