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Sanguijuelas, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Sanguijuelas is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 773. Elevation: 6,627 ft (2,020 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

773 Population 15/sq mi density
6,627 ft Elevation 2,020 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
13.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population773
Density15/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation6,627 ft (2,020 m)
Population773
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation6,627 ft (2,020 m)
Coordinates20.2641°, -101.4244°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation13.0 inches (330 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sanguijuelas

Sanguijuelas is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 773. The city sits at an elevation of 6,627 feet (2,020 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: Sanguijuelas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sanguijuelas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 13.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,627 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,627 ft (2,020 m)
Area51.3 sq mi (132.8 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates20.2641°N, 101.4244°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.0"
66% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.89"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 15, 2023.

Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 131 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 125 km
Apr 2, 2011 Michoacan, Mexico M4.2 148 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 130 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 140 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 68 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 141 km
Jan 28, 2011 3 km SSE of Lombardía, Mexico M4.1 141 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 56 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 105 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 129 km
Dec 18, 2001 7 km NE of La Huacana, Mexico M4.1 143 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 139 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 111 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 140 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 48 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 141 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 136 km
Apr 2, 2003 1 km SSW of Tacátzcuaro, Mexico M3.9 132 km
Dec 18, 2001 5 km NNW of La Huacana, Mexico M3.9 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Rick (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Rick Category 2 207 km
1996 Alma Category 2 272 km
1996 Boris Category 1 192 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (57 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 57 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 156 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
February 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
May 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.9 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 6.4 in
September 65°F (19°C) 4.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Sanguijuelas has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 58°F in December to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Sanguijuelas

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO LOBO 106.3 (Irapuato) - 106.3 FM - XHITO-FM - Grupo Radar - Irapuato, Guanajuato 106.3 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
LA PERRONA 92.5 (Irapuato) - 92.5 FM - XHSAG-FM - Grupo El Salmantino - Irapuato, Guanajuato 92.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 107.9 (Irapuato) - 107.9 FM - XHWE-FM - Radio Grupo Antonio Contreras - Irapuato, Guanajuato 107.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
radio alegria moroleon MP3 96 kbps
Love - 90.1 FM [Chihuahua, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 96 kbps
EXA FM 93.5 (Irapuato) - 93.5 FM - XHNY-FM - Irapuato, Guanajuato 93.5 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps
RADAR 94.3 (Irapuato) - 94.3 FM - XHJTA-FM - Grupo Radar - Irapuato, Guanajuato 94.3 fm, contemporary hits radio AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Sanguijuelas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CASA DE MIGUEL HIDALGO
Museo Hidalgo

Libraries in Sanguijuelas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Jaime Torres Bodet0.0

Farmers Markets in Sanguijuelas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Oxxo

Airports Near Sanguijuelas

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeródromo de Campo CortésSmall Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de AllendeSmall Airport
Aeródromo del Rancho Medio SitioSmall Airport
Aeródromo El TepozánSmall Airport
Aeródromo SofíaSmall Airport
Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato)Small Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal AirportSmall Airport
La Piedad AirportSmall Airport
Pátzcuaro - Purépecha AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Sanguijuelas

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CAISES Abasolo
Centro Gerentologico
IMSS
ISSSTE

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 Sanguijuelas

What is the population of Sanguijuelas?

Sanguijuelas has a population of 773 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 51.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sanguijuelas?

Sanguijuelas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches.

How is the job market in Sanguijuelas?

The job market in Sanguijuelas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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