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San Miguel Palmas, Mexico

Querétaro · Mexico

San Miguel Palmas is a small town in Querétaro, Mexico with a population of 560. Elevation: 4,810 ft (1,466 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

560 Population 394/sq mi density
4,810 ft Elevation 1,466 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
20.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population560
Density394/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation4,810 ft (1,466 m)
Population560
Population Density394 / sq mi
Elevation4,810 ft (1,466 m)
Coordinates21.0993°, -99.9650°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceQuerétaro
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation20.5 inches (522 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Miguel Palmas

San Miguel Palmas is a small town in Mexico (Querétaro) with a population of 560. The city sits at an elevation of 4,810 feet (1,466 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: San Miguel Palmas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Miguel Palmas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 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 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,810 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above Mexico avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,810 ft (1,466 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density394/sq mi
Coordinates21.0993°N, 99.9650°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.5"
46% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.54"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 91 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 59 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 82 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 92 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 70 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 135 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 67 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 82 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 88 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 121 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 116 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 90 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 127 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 90 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 30 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 100 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 139 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 83 km
Jun 4, 2000 0 km ESE of Tepetongo, Mexico M3.7 134 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 245 km
2007 Dean Category 1 285 km
2000 Keith Category 1 271 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 241 km
1993 Gert Category 2 173 km
1990 Diana Category 1 267 km
1988 Debby Category 1 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (191 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
May 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
August 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.5 in Wettest
October 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest

San Miguel Palmas has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.5") and December the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San Miguel Palmas

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO LOBO 88.3 (San José Iturbide) - 88.3 FM - XHSJI-FM - Grupo Radar - San José Iturbide, Guanajuato 88.3 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
Stereo Cristal (Querétaro) - 101.1 FM - XHJHS-FM - Grupo Radar / Corporación Bajío Comunicaciones - Querétaro, Querétaro 101.1 fm, corporación bajío comunicaciones AAC+ 64 kbps
RADAR 107.5 (Querétaro) - 107.5 FM - XHQRO-FM - Grupo Radar - Querétaro, Querétaro 107.5 fm, contemporary hits radio AAC+ 64 kbps
W RADIO 90.1 (San José Iturbide) - 90.1 FM - XHPSJI-FM - GlobalMedia - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato 90.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
620 MP3

Libraries in San Miguel Palmas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in San Miguel Palmas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in San Miguel Palmas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near San Miguel Palmas

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de AllendeSmall Airport
Aeródromo La RocaSmall Airport
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
La Begoña AirportSmall Airport
Quinta Palos 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 San Miguel Palmas

What is the population of San Miguel Palmas?

San Miguel Palmas has a population of 560 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 394 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Miguel Palmas?

San Miguel Palmas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches.

How is the job market in San Miguel Palmas?

The job market in San Miguel Palmas is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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