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Petembo, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Petembo is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 521. Elevation: 3,822 ft (1,165 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

521 Population 2/sq mi density
3,822 ft Elevation 1,165 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
36.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population521
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation3,822 ft (1,165 m)
Population521
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,822 ft (1,165 m)
Coordinates19.1224°, -101.4924°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation36.7 inches (932 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Petembo

Petembo is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 521. The city sits at an elevation of 3,822 feet (1,165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Petembo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Petembo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 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 36.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,822 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,822 ft (1,165 m)
Area316.9 sq mi (820.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates19.1224°N, 101.4924°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.7"
3% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.53"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

457 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 27, 2025.

Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 146 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 110 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 50 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 147 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 89 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 145 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 73 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 137 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 98 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 106 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 124 km
Jan 25, 1996 17 km WSW of Las Cañas, Mexico M5.5 96 km
Jan 29, 1990 28 km WSW of Arteaga, Mexico M5.4 146 km
Dec 1, 2000 18 km SSW of Arteaga, Mexico M5.4 136 km
Mar 11, 1993 8 km WSW of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 99 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 68 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 51 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 75 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km NNE of Pantla, Mexico M5.2 148 km
Apr 27, 1995 23 km SSE of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.2 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

18 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: John (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 John Category 3 239 km
2023 Otis Category 5 202 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 221 km
2021 Rick Category 2 103 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 292 km
2015 Marty Category 1 290 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 283 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 243 km
2009 Andres Category 1 273 km
2006 John Category 4 278 km
1996 Alma Category 2 157 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 217 km
1996 Boris Category 1 88 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 255 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 285 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 213 km
1986 Agatha Category 1 290 km
1984 Odile Category 2 192 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 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 5 147 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 148 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 137 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (85 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 85 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 134 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 6.6 in
July 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 8.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 6.8 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in

Petembo has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and April the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Petembo

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Ley 106.3 MP3 128 kbps
100.3 la ley (US) MP3 48 kbps

Airports Near Petembo

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International AirportUPNMedium Airport
Carlos Díaz Becerril AirportSmall Airport
CutzarondiroSmall Airport
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
El Cobano AirportSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal AirportSmall Airport
La Curva AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza I AirportSmall Airport
Los Barajas AirportSmall Airport
Pátzcuaro - Purépecha AirportSmall 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 Petembo

What is the population of Petembo?

Petembo has a population of 521 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 316.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Petembo?

Petembo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches.

How is the job market in Petembo?

The job market in Petembo is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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