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Parácuaro, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Parácuaro is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 3,932. Elevation: 1,909 ft (582 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Parácuaro
Parácuaro is a municipality in the Mexican state of Michoacán. It is a Purépecha word for "place that has sticks for a roof".
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 3,932 |
| Population Density | 5,107 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,909 ft (582 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.1473°, -102.2186° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.2 inches (919 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Parácuaro
Parácuaro is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 3,932. The city sits at an elevation of 1,909 feet (582 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Parácuaro vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.0°F |
| 43% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,909 ft (582 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,107/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.1473°N, 102.2186°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 112 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 111 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 149 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 109 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 119 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 119 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 96 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 92 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in |
Parácuaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and March the driest (0.1").
Schools in Parácuaro
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Parácuaro
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 94.3 (Apatzingán) - 94.3 FM - XHCJ-FM - Cadena RASA - Apatzingán, Michoacán | 94.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| LOS40 Uruapan - 93.7 FM - XHENI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Uruapan, Michoacán | 93.7 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Candela (Apatzingán) - 95.1 FM / 1340 AM - XHAPM-FM / XEAPM-AM - Cadena RASA - Apatzingán, Michoacán | 1340 am, 95.1 fm | MP3 | |
| CANDELA 91.1 (Uruapan) - 91.1 FM - XHFN-FM - Cadena RASA - Uruapan, Michoacán | 91.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Parácuaro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo casa morelos |
Libraries in Parácuaro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Benito Juárez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Parácuaro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Ignacio López Rayón | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Monuments in Parácuaro
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Parácuaro
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Parácuaro
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Parácuaro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Parácuaro
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aerosam Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aguililla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| And Port Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apatzingán - Pablo L. Sidar Airport | AZG | Small Airport |
| Calderitas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutzarondiro | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Fenix Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hernandez Ranch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Curva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza I Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Raya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Blanca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Barajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tumbiscatio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Parácuaro
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de La Asunción |
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What is the population of Parácuaro?
Parácuaro has a population of 3,932 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5,107 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Parácuaro?
Parácuaro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches.
How is the job market in Parácuaro?
The job market in Parácuaro is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 126 business establishments in the area.