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Tancítaro, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Tancítaro is a small city in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 6,747. Elevation: 6,808 ft (2,075 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tancítaro
Tancítaro is a city and municipality in the western part of the Mexican state of Michoacán, in southwestern Mexico. Its municipal seat is the City of Tancítaro.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 6,747 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,808 ft (2,075 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.3368°, -102.3628° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.6 inches (1,005 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tancítaro
Tancítaro is a small city in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 6,747. The city sits at an elevation of 6,808 feet (2,075 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Tancítaro vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 216 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.1°F |
| 19% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,808 ft (2,075 m) |
| Area | 325.9 sq mi (844.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.3368°N, 102.3628°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 | 129 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 117 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 136 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 116 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 141 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 142 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 98 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 86 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 8.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in |
Tancítaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 58°F in January to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.5") and February the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Tancítaro
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 Tancítaro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo casa morelos |
Libraries in Tancítaro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Benito Juárez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tancítaro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Tancítaro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tancítaro
23 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 |
| Zamora Airport | ZMM | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Tancítaro
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Consultorio médico | ||
| Consultorio médico |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Tancítaro
What is the population of Tancítaro?
Tancítaro has a population of 6,747 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 325.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tancítaro?
Tancítaro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.
How is the job market in Tancítaro?
The job market in Tancítaro is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 216 business establishments in the area.