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San Juan de los Plátanos, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
San Juan de los Plátanos is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,268. Elevation: 935 ft (285 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,268 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 935 ft (285 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.1365°, -102.4390° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.9 inches (862 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Juan de los Plátanos
San Juan de los Plátanos is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,268. The city sits at an elevation of 935 feet (285 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Juan de los Plátanos vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 41 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 935 ft (285 m) |
| Area | 301.0 sq mi (779.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.1365°N, 102.4390°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 | 106 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 94 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 125 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 93 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 120 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 123 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 77 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (107 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 107 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in |
San Juan de los Plátanos has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 74°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near San Juan de los Plátanos
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 San Juan de los Plátanos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo casa morelos |
Libraries in San Juan de los Plátanos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Benito Juárez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Juan de los Plátanos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Ignacio López Rayón | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near San Juan de los Plátanos
23 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 |
| 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 |
| Pablo L. Sidar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tumbiscatio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Juan de los Plátanos
What is the population of San Juan de los Plátanos?
San Juan de los Plátanos has a population of 1,268 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 301.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Juan de los Plátanos?
San Juan de los Plátanos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.
How is the job market in San Juan de los Plátanos?
The job market in San Juan de los Plátanos is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.