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Poturo, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Poturo is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,203. Elevation: 1,755 ft (535 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,203 Population 2/sq mi density
1,755 ft Elevation 535 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
29.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,203
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation1,755 ft (535 m)
Population1,203
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,755 ft (535 m)
Coordinates18.8265°, -101.6132°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation29.8 inches (757 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Poturo

Poturo is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,203. The city sits at an elevation of 1,755 feet (535 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Poturo vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Poturo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,755 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,755 ft (535 m)
Area621.3 sq mi (1,609.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.8265°N, 101.6132°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.8"
22% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.28"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

639 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 27, 2025.

Sep 19, 2022 35 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M7.6 147 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 138 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 131 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 115 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 81 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 16 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 136 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 56 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 140 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 102 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 55 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 68 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 85 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 89 km
Jan 25, 1996 17 km WSW of Las Cañas, Mexico M5.5 65 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 150 km
Jan 16, 1997 33 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M5.5 138 km
Dec 1, 2000 18 km SSW of Arteaga, Mexico M5.4 104 km
Jan 29, 1990 28 km WSW of Arteaga, Mexico M5.4 116 km
Mar 11, 1993 8 km WSW of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 John Category 3 205 km
2023 Otis Category 5 187 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 187 km
2021 Rick Category 2 77 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 268 km
2015 Marty Category 1 255 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 248 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 272 km
2013 Erick Category 1 279 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 215 km
2009 Andres Category 1 240 km
2006 John Category 4 243 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 287 km
1996 Alma Category 2 124 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 188 km
1996 Boris Category 1 63 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 223 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 275 km
1992 Virgil Category 3 185 km
1986 Agatha Category 1 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 9,500 120 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 118 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 114 km
2022 MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 2 147 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 102 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 96 km
1941 MEXICO Earthquake 84 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (115 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 115 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 157 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (26°C) 5.0 in
July 78°F (25°C) 7.3 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in
September 77°F (25°C) 6.0 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in
November 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in

Poturo has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.3") and March the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Poturo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal Miguel Hidalgo

Stadiums & Teams in Poturo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Poturo

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
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
Hernandez Ranch AirstripSmall Airport
La Curva AirportSmall Airport
La Esperanza I AirportSmall Airport
Las Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Los Barajas AirportSmall Airport
Pátzcuaro - Purépecha AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Poturo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia católica

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 Poturo

What is the population of Poturo?

Poturo has a population of 1,203 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 621.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Poturo?

Poturo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches.

How is the job market in Poturo?

The job market in Poturo is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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