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Palo Verde, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Palo Verde is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 518. Elevation: 5,545 ft (1,690 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

518 Population 10/sq mi density
5,545 ft Elevation 1,690 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
17.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population518
Density10/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,545 ft (1,690 m)
Population518
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation5,545 ft (1,690 m)
Coordinates20.3238°, -101.8493°
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 Verde

Palo Verde is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 518. The city sits at an elevation of 5,545 feet (1,690 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 17 business establishments.

Income: Palo Verde vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Palo Verde 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 5,545 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

Elevation5,545 ft (1,690 m)
Area51.2 sq mi (132.7 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates20.3238°N, 101.8493°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.7"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.64"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on May 22, 2025.

May 22, 2025 2 km WSW of Nueva Italia de Ruiz, Mexico M4.8 148 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 102 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 136 km
Apr 2, 2011 Michoacan, Mexico M4.2 133 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 102 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 112 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 113 km
Jan 28, 2011 3 km SSE of Lombardía, Mexico M4.1 134 km
Mar 8, 2007 6 km E of Apatzingán, Mexico M4.1 146 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 102 km
Dec 18, 2001 7 km NE of La Huacana, Mexico M4.1 146 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 87 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 68 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 96 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 106 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 98 km
Apr 2, 2003 1 km SSW of Tacátzcuaro, Mexico M3.9 99 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 107 km
Sep 13, 2004 17 km N of Tazumbo, Mexico M3.9 128 km
Dec 18, 2001 5 km NNW of La Huacana, Mexico M3.9 146 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 2 290 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 289 km
2021 Rick Category 2 197 km
2015 Patricia Category 1 267 km
1996 Alma Category 2 265 km
1996 Boris Category 1 184 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 293 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 273 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 276 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (54 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 54 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 196 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 Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
April 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 7.6 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 6.4 in
September 67°F (19°C) 5.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Palo Verde has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 60°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Palo Verde

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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
ARANDAS FM 107.3 (Arandas) - 107.3 FM - XHARDJ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Arandas, Jalisco 107.3 fm, américa MP3 40 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
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 Verde

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CASA DE MIGUEL HIDALGO

Libraries in Palo Verde

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

Farmers Markets in Palo Verde

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal "Gildardo Magaña"

Stadiums & Teams in Palo Verde

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Palo Verde

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 Verde

What is the population of Palo Verde?

Palo Verde has a population of 518 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 51.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palo Verde?

Palo Verde 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 Verde?

The job market in Palo Verde is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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