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Santa María de Ostula, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Santa María de Ostula is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 972. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

972 Population 5/sq mi density
459 ft Elevation 140 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
42.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population972
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Population972
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates18.5033°, -103.4773°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation42.1 inches (1,069 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María de Ostula

Santa María de Ostula is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 972. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet (140 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 31 business establishments.

Income: Santa María de Ostula vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María de Ostula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average75.7°F
40% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area184.2 sq mi (477.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates18.5033°N, 103.4773°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.1"
11% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.61"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

564 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 11, 2025.

Oct 9, 1995 1995 Colima-Jalisco, Mexico Earthquake M8.0 98 km
Sep 19, 2022 35 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M7.6 55 km
Jan 22, 2003 16 km SSW of Cuyutlán, Mexico M7.6 72 km
Jan 11, 1997 46 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M7.2 82 km
Sep 22, 2022 55 km SSW of Aguililla, Mexico M6.8 61 km
Apr 11, 2012 41 km NW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 89 km
Aug 9, 2000 24 km NNW of El Habillal, Mexico M6.5 111 km
May 20, 2001 33 km SW of El Colomo, Mexico M6.3 108 km
Jan 12, 2025 18 km SE of Aquila, Mexico M6.2 12 km
Apr 29, 2001 45 km SSW of El Naranjo, Mexico M6.2 115 km
Oct 12, 1995 13 km SSE of Cuyutlán, Mexico M6.0 66 km
Apr 22, 2013 7 km NNE of Guacamayas, Mexico M6.0 145 km
Jan 22, 2003 29 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.9 101 km
Feb 9, 2018 30 km S of Barra de Navidad, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Oct 6, 1995 23 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.8 103 km
Sep 20, 2022 20 km S of La Placita de Morelos, Mexico M5.8 23 km
Feb 28, 2005 44 km SSW of El Naranjo, Mexico M5.6 121 km
Feb 20, 2013 13 km W of La Placita de Morelos, Mexico M5.6 26 km
May 8, 2001 18 km SSW of Cuyutlán, Mexico M5.5 79 km
Jan 16, 1997 33 km WNW of El Habillal, Mexico M5.5 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

49 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Flossie (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Flossie Category 2 229 km
2025 Barbara Category 1 278 km
2024 John Category 1 157 km
2023 Lidia Category 4 271 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 26 km
2022 Roslyn Category 3 275 km
2021 Rick Category 2 125 km
2021 Nora Category 1 193 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 235 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 77 km
2017 Dora Category 2 254 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 189 km
2015 Marty Category 1 238 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 113 km
2015 Dolores Category 1 271 km
2014 Polo Category 1 255 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 276 km
2013 Erick Category 1 133 km
2012 Bud Category 3 214 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 197 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.9 m (46 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1818 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 13.9 m 2,000 82 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 11.0 m 50 98 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 75 126 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 400 133 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 3.0 m 9,500 106 km
1973 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 56 50 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 1.1 m 143 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 1.0 m 66 km
2022 MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 2 55 km
2003 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.6 m 29 72 km
2013 MEXICO Earthquake 0.1 m 145 km
1941 MEXICO Earthquake 84 55 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Colima (113 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 113 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
June 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in Warmest
July 78°F (26°C) 8.4 in
August 78°F (26°C) 9.5 in
September 78°F (25°C) 9.6 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 1.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in

Santa María de Ostula has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 72°F in January to 79°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.6") and April the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Santa María de Ostula

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Aerofumigaciones NarvaezSmall Airport
Aeródromo C.P.A. Roberto Nevarez DominguezSmall Airport
Aeródromo Cerro de OrtegaSmall Airport
Aerofumigaciones Lopez AirportSmall Airport
Aguililla AirportSmall Airport
Calderitas AirportSmall Airport
Coahuayana AirportSmall Airport
Farías AirportSmall Airport
La Raya AirportSmall Airport
Loma Blanca AirportSmall Airport
Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros AirportSmall Airport
Pablo L. Sidar AirportSmall Airport
San Vicente AirportSmall Airport
Silva AirportSmall Airport
Tototan AirstripSmall 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 Santa María de Ostula

What is the population of Santa María de Ostula?

Santa María de Ostula has a population of 972 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María de Ostula?

Santa María de Ostula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María de Ostula?

The job market in Santa María de Ostula is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 31 business establishments in the area.

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