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Santiago Puriatzícuaro, Mexico

Michoacán · Mexico

Santiago Puriatzícuaro is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 3,660. Elevation: 8,159 ft (2,487 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,660 Population 51/sq mi density
8,159 ft Elevation 2,487 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
18.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population3,660
Density51/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation8,159 ft (2,487 m)
Population3,660
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation8,159 ft (2,487 m)
Coordinates19.8831°, -100.5886°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMichoacán
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (467 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santiago Puriatzícuaro

Santiago Puriatzícuaro is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 3,660. The city sits at an elevation of 8,159 feet (2,487 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 117 business establishments.

Income: Santiago Puriatzícuaro vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)117

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santiago Puriatzícuaro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,159 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,159 ft (2,487 m)
Area72.0 sq mi (186.4 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates19.8831°N, 100.5886°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.43"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

53 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.5 on Apr 5, 2022.

Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 147 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 148 km
Sep 24, 1991 1 km E of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.8 143 km
Apr 22, 1994 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico M4.6 139 km
Sep 21, 1995 29 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.6 148 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 61 km
May 26, 2014 20 km E of Poturo, Mexico M4.5 144 km
Nov 28, 1995 32 km NNE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M4.5 144 km
Jul 17, 2007 4 km NNE of San Lucas, Mexico M4.3 141 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 48 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 29 km
Oct 10, 2011 10 km NNW of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.2 135 km
Aug 14, 2000 23 km SSW of Carácuaro, Mexico M4.2 134 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 140 km
May 5, 1997 23 km SSE of Turicato, Mexico M4.1 138 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 102 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 53 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 51 km
Feb 15, 1999 5 km SW of Zacapuato, Mexico M3.9 139 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: John (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 John Category 1 299 km
2023 Otis Category 4 245 km
2021 Rick Category 2 229 km
1996 Alma Category 2 283 km
1996 Boris Category 1 214 km
1993 Gert Category 1 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (64 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 64 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 122 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 123 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
February 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (15°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 8.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 8.1 in
September 61°F (16°C) 6.1 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Santiago Puriatzícuaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 55°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and March the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Santiago Puriatzícuaro

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FIESTA MEXICANA 92.9 (Salvatierra) - 92.9 FM - XHFAC-FM - Radiorama Bajío - Salvatierra, Guanajuato 92.9 fm, entretenimiento MP3
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 89.1 fm, concesión social MP3 128 kbps
Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM - MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 90.5 (Acámbaro) - 90.5 FM - XHVW-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Acámbaro - Acámbaro, Guanajuato 90.5 fm, acámbaro AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Santiago Puriatzícuaro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Waldemar Julsrud

Farmers Markets in Santiago Puriatzícuaro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal San Juan

Stadiums & Teams in Santiago Puriatzícuaro

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Airports Near Santiago Puriatzícuaro

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo Airport-Small Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade Airport-Small Airport
Quinta Palos Airport-Small 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 Santiago Puriatzícuaro

What is the population of Santiago Puriatzícuaro?

Santiago Puriatzícuaro has a population of 3,660 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 72.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santiago Puriatzícuaro?

Santiago Puriatzícuaro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.

How is the job market in Santiago Puriatzícuaro?

The job market in Santiago Puriatzícuaro is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 117 business establishments in the area.

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