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Purechucho, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Purechucho is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,735. Elevation: 932 ft (284 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

1,735 Population 2/sq mi density
932 ft Elevation 284 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
36.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,735
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Population1,735
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Coordinates18.5820°, -100.8884°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation36.0 inches (915 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Purechucho

Purechucho is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,735. The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet (284 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Purechucho vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Purechucho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 36.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Area841.7 sq mi (2,179.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.5820°N, 100.8884°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.0"
5% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

834 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 132 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 110 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 72 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 76 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 60 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 74 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 129 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 60 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 34 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 148 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 148 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 69 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 112 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 137 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 42 km
May 11, 1990 7 km NW of El Súchil, Mexico M5.6 146 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 71 km
Jan 25, 1996 17 km WSW of Las Cañas, Mexico M5.5 131 km
Jul 11, 1998 18 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.5 141 km
Jan 14, 1991 12 km ENE of La Unión, Mexico M5.5 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 235 km
2024 John Category 3 183 km
2023 Otis Category 5 116 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 216 km
2021 Rick Category 2 139 km
2017 Max Category 1 253 km
2015 Marty Category 1 261 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 243 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 265 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 287 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 276 km
2009 Andres Category 1 276 km
2006 John Category 4 268 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 216 km
1996 Alma Category 2 172 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 232 km
1996 Boris Category 1 115 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 248 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 234 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 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 95 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 118 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 132 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 148 km
1981 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 3 138 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (113 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 113 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 133 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 168 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 87°F (30°C) 0.1 in
May 89°F (31°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 6.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.4 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in

Purechucho has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 78°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Purechucho

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Purechucho

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
fosiles

Libraries in Purechucho

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Purechucho

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
La Plaza
Mercado del Oro
Merza Antonio Castillo

Breweries in Purechucho

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervezas Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma

Airports Near Purechucho

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CutzarondiroSmall Airport
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal 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 Purechucho

What is the population of Purechucho?

Purechucho has a population of 1,735 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 841.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Purechucho?

Purechucho has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches.

How is the job market in Purechucho?

The job market in Purechucho is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 56 business establishments in the area.

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