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Palo Alto, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Palo Alto is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 834. Elevation: 5,164 ft (1,574 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 834 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,164 ft (1,574 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.1639°, -102.9254° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.7 inches (856 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palo Alto
Palo Alto is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 834. The city sits at an elevation of 5,164 feet (1,574 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Palo Alto vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 27 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,164 ft (1,574 m) |
| Area | 63.9 sq mi (165.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.1639°N, 102.9254°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 120 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Colima (103 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 103 km |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 128 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 8.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in |
Palo Alto has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 59°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.3") and March the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Palo Alto
32 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Metrópoli – XEAD-AM | entrevistas, news | MP3 64 kbps | |
| MATCH 90.3 (GDL) - 90.3 FM - XHEMIA-FM - Grupo ACIR - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 90.3 fm, acir | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| LA TAPATIA 103.5 (GDL) - 103.5 FM - XHRX-FM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 103.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Retro 107.5 (GDL) - 107.5 FM - XHVOZ-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 107.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| +2ToneRoom Radio (GDL) - Online - www.2toneroom.net - Guadalajara, Jalisco | américa, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA KEBUENA 97.1 (GDL) - 97.1 FM - XEBA-FM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 97.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Globo 98.7 (Guadalajara) - 98.7 FM - XHLC-FM - MVS Radio - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 98.7 fm, adult contemporary | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| XEDK -1250 AM | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RADIO METRÓPOLI 1150 (GDL) - 1150 AM - XEAD-AM - Grupo Unidifusión - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 1150 am, am | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Internet Public Radio | artist, arts | MP3 256 kbps | |
| EXTASIS DIGITAL 105.9 (GDL) - 105.9 FM - XHQJ-FM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 105.9 fm, 1970s | MP3 | |
| Cumbia - La Musica Que Nos Gusta | cumbia, tropical | AAC | |
| ARROBA FM 88.7 (GDL) - 88.7 FM - XHGDL-FM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 88.7 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco | 104.7 fm, cadena rasa | MP3 | |
| Los 40 (Guadalajara) - 102.7 FM - XEHL-FM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, Jalisco | — | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| LA COYOTERA 102.3 (GDL) - 102.3 FM - XHSCDQ-FM - Comunica-Acción y Cultura del Occidente de México, A.C. - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 102.3 fm, américa | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| W DEPORTES 1010 (GDL) - 1010 AM - XEHL-AM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 1010 am, am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| AMOR 93.1 (GDL) - 93.1 FM - XHPI-FM - Grupo ACIR - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 93.1 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Mujer 92.7 | family, latin | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| 1310 Radio Vital (GDL) - 1310 AM - XETIA-AM - Grupo Unidifusión - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 1310 am, am | MP3 64 kbps | |
| EXA FM 101.1 (GDL) - 101.1 FM - XHMA-FM - MVS Radio - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 101.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| millenium bella musica | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| MAGIA DIGITAL 89.9 (GDL) - 89.9 FM - XHRA-FM - MegaRadio - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 89.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| KY 94.7 (GDL) - 94.7 FM - XHDK-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 94.7 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 92.3FM Fiesta Méxicana | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Gallito Guadalajara Jalisco | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO GALLITO 760 (GDL) - 760 AM - XEZZ-AM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 760 am, am | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| DK 1250 (GDL) - 1250 AM - XEDK-AM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 1250 am, am | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 102.7 (GDL) - 102.7 FM - XEHL-FM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 102.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| FORMULA MELÓDICA 97.9 (GDL) - 97.9 FM - XETIA-FM - Grupo Unidifusión - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 97.9 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| +Somos + Radio (GDL) - Online - www.somosmasradio.com - Somos+Radio - Guadalajara, Jalisco | américa, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio REAL - Radio fuera de la radio | preguntale a gonzalo | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Palo Alto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUSEO JRF | ||||
| Museo de Antropología e Historia de Ocotlán |
Libraries in Palo Alto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Mezcala | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Gonzalez Gallo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Gabino Ortiz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal 'Huehuehtlahtolli' | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palo Alto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Jiquilpan | |||||
| Mercado de San José | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Atequiza |
Airports Near Palo Alto
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guadalajara International Airport | GDL | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo La Joya Brun | — | Small Airport |
| Capitán Piloto Aviador José Covarrubias Pérez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Loreto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laguna Seca Puerto Aereo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cerritos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pajacuaran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tepatitlan Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
| Zapopan Air Force Base | — | Small Airport |
| Zapotiltic - Tuxpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palo Alto
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de San José |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Palo Alto?
Palo Alto has a population of 834 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 63.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palo Alto?
Palo Alto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches.
How is the job market in Palo Alto?
The job market in Palo Alto is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.