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Pinal Grande, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Pinal Grande is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 782. Elevation: 5,272 ft (1,607 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

782 Population 1/sq mi density
5,272 ft Elevation 1,607 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population782
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation5,272 ft (1,607 m)
Population782
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,272 ft (1,607 m)
Coordinates19.1011°, -101.5753°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,059 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pinal Grande

Pinal Grande is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 782. The city sits at an elevation of 5,272 feet (1,607 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: Pinal Grande vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Pinal Grande enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,272 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,272 ft (1,607 m)
Area651.5 sq mi (1,687.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates19.1011°N, 101.5753°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"
10% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 109 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 47 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 139 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 87 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 75 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 130 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 97 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 108 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 120 km
Jan 25, 1996 17 km WSW of Las Cañas, Mexico M5.5 88 km
Jan 29, 1990 28 km WSW of Arteaga, Mexico M5.4 138 km
Dec 1, 2000 18 km SSW of Arteaga, Mexico M5.4 129 km
Mar 11, 1993 8 km WSW of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 94 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 78 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 72 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 53 km
Apr 27, 1995 23 km SSE of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.2 109 km
Mar 27, 2003 17 km S of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.2 106 km
Apr 12, 2013 5 km NE of Pantla, Mexico M5.2 148 km
Apr 11, 2000 18 km W of Arteaga, Mexico M5.2 126 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 3 233 km
2023 Otis Category 5 206 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 214 km
2021 Rick Category 2 94 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 283 km
2015 Marty Category 1 286 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 277 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 234 km
2009 Andres Category 1 266 km
2006 John Category 4 272 km
1996 Alma Category 2 150 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 209 km
1996 Boris Category 1 79 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 247 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 276 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 204 km
1986 Agatha Category 1 286 km
1984 Odile Category 2 187 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 9,500 143 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 147 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 145 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 130 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 125 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 143 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in
March 67°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 7.8 in
July 69°F (20°C) 9.6 in Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 8.7 in
September 68°F (20°C) 7.8 in
October 67°F (19°C) 3.6 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in

Pinal Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 63°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.6") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Pinal Grande

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LOS40 Uruapan - 93.7 FM - XHENI-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Uruapan, Michoacán 93.7 fm, américa MP3
CANDELA 91.1 (Uruapan) - 91.1 FM - XHFN-FM - Cadena RASA - Uruapan, Michoacán 91.1 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps
La Ley 106.3 MP3 128 kbps
100.3 la ley (US) MP3 48 kbps

Stadiums & Teams in Pinal Grande

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Airports Near Pinal Grande

13 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
El Fenix AirportSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
La Curva AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza I AirportSmall Airport
Las Cruces AirstripSmall 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 Pinal Grande

What is the population of Pinal Grande?

Pinal Grande has a population of 782 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 651.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pinal Grande?

Pinal Grande enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.

How is the job market in Pinal Grande?

The job market in Pinal Grande is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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