Turicato, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Turicato is a mid-size city in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 31,849. Elevation: 2,425 ft (739 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Turicato
Turicato is a municipality in the Mexican state of Michoacán. Turicato comes from the word "turicata" that refers to a parasite that lives mainly in areas where there is cattle.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,849 |
| Population Density | 54 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,425 ft (739 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.0541°, -101.4198° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.7 inches (932 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Turicato
Turicato is a mid-size city in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 31,849. The city sits at an elevation of 2,425 feet (739 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Climate in Turicato
Turicato has an average annual temperature of 23.7°C (75°F). The hottest month is May (26.9°C), the coldest is Dec (21.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 667 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.8°F |
| 37% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,425 ft (739 m) |
| Area | 595.9 sq mi (1,543.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.0541°N, 101.4198°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 5 | 139 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | - | 141 km |
| 2013 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 135 km |
| 1981 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 95 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 129 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 8.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in |
Turicato has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.5") and April the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Turicato
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Ley 106.3 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100.3 la ley (US) | - | MP3 48 kbps |
Airports Near Turicato
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport | UPN | Medium Airport |
| Carlos Díaz Becerril Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cutzarondiro | - | Small Airport |
| El Baztán Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| El Cobano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huetamo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Curva Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza I Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pátzcuaro - Purépecha Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Turicato?
Turicato has a population of 31,849 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 595.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Turicato?
Turicato has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches.
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