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San Rafael Tecario, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
San Rafael Tecario is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,015. Elevation: 5,046 ft (1,538 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,015 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,046 ft (1,538 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.2116°, -101.5062° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.9 inches (1,065 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Rafael Tecario
San Rafael Tecario is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,015. The city sits at an elevation of 5,046 feet (1,538 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: San Rafael Tecario vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 32 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,046 ft (1,538 m) |
| Area | 316.9 sq mi (820.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.2116°N, 101.5062°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 145 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (75 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 75 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 134 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 7.5 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.5 in |
San Rafael Tecario has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 57°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.7") and February the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near San Rafael Tecario
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumbias Inmortales Corsan | cumbias, exitos | MP3 | |
| Radio - Melodie | folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| STEREO 100 99.9 (Morelia) - 99.9 FM - XHSCHP-FM - FH Comunicadores de Michoacán - Morelia/Tarímbaro, Michoacán | 99.9 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| INFINITO 92.3 (Morelia) - 92.3 FM - XHLY-FM - Cadena RASA - Morelia, Michoacán | 92.3 fm, adult | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio fórmula (Morelos) - 106.9 FM [Cuernavaca, Morelos] | music, news | AAC | |
| BUENISIIMA 88.5 FM - CUERNAVACA | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio-EarthRites (US) | — | AAC 224 kbps | |
| La Ley 106.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio ranchito | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio - Classical Minnesota Public Radio (US) | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| EXA FM 89.3 (Morelia) - 89.3 FM - XHKW-FM - Grupo CB - Morelia, Michoacán | 89.3 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| EXA FM 95.7 (Cuernavaca) - 95.7 FM - XHCT-FM - MVS Radio - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| La Más Picuda (Cuernavaca) - 94.9 FM - XHSW-FM - Radiorama - Cuernavaca, MO | 94.9, 94.9 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W Radio Morelos 100.1 | informativa, noticias | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Bestia Grupera (Cuautla) - 104.5 FM - XHCU-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Cuautla, MO | 104.5, 104.5 fm | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Exa FM Cuernavaca - 95.7 FM - XHCT-FM - MVS Radio - Cuernavaca, MO | 95.7, 95.7 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Mundo (Cuernavaca) - 96.5 FM - XHJMG-FM - Grupo Mundo Comunicaciones - Cuernavaca, MO | 1980's, 1980s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Cuernavaca - 96.5 FM - XHJMG-FM - Grupo Mundo Comunicaciones - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 96.5 fm, cuernavaca | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mejor Cuernavaca - 97.3 FM - XHVZ-FM - MVS Radio - Cuernavaca, MO | 97.3, 97.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stereo Vida (Cuernavaca) - 90.3 FM - XHJPA-FM - Radiorama Morelos - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 90.3 fm, adulto | MP3 | |
| Arroba FM (Cuernavaca) - 93.3 FM - XHTB-FM - Radiorama - Cuernavaca, Morelos | 93.3 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| 100.3 la ley (US) | — | MP3 48 kbps |
Museums in San Rafael Tecario
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Nacional del Cobre |
Airports Near San Rafael Tecario
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport | MLM | Large Airport |
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cutzarondiro | — | Small Airport |
| El Baztán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huetamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Curva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza I Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Los Barajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Rafael Tecario?
San Rafael Tecario has a population of 1,015 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 316.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Rafael Tecario?
San Rafael Tecario enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches.
How is the job market in San Rafael Tecario?
The job market in San Rafael Tecario is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.