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Santa Catarina, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Santa Catarina is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 1,003. Elevation: 5,804 ft (1,769 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Catarina
The Santa Catarina River is a river and a State Protected Natural Area in Nuevo León, Mexico; a tributary of the San Juan River and the Rio Grande, it flows through the Monterrey metropolitan area.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,003 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,804 ft (1,769 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.2893°, -102.3922° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.9 inches (938 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Catarina
Santa Catarina is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 1,003. The city sits at an elevation of 5,804 feet (1,769 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Santa Catarina vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 32 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.0°F |
| 30% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,804 ft (1,769 m) |
| Area | 325.9 sq mi (844.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.2893°N, 102.3922°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 | 123 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 110 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 132 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 110 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 136 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 138 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 92 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 92 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in |
Santa Catarina has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 65°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and February the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Santa Catarina
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 Santa Catarina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo casa morelos |
Libraries in Santa Catarina
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Benito Juárez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Catarina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Ignacio López Rayón | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Airports Near Santa Catarina
22 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 |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril 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 |
| Pista Aérea Cadenas | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa Catarina?
Santa Catarina has a population of 1,003 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 325.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Catarina?
Santa Catarina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Catarina?
The job market in Santa Catarina is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.