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Uruapan, Mexico

Baja California · Mexico

Uruapan is a small town in Baja California, Mexico with a population of 521. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

521 Population 3/sq mi density
705 ft Elevation 215 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
11.3 in Annual Rain
America / Tijuana Timezone

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People

Population521
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Population521
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Coordinates31.6231°, -116.4398°
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation11.3 inches (288 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Uruapan

Uruapan is a small town in Mexico (Baja California) with a population of 521. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.3 inches. The timezone is America/Tijuana.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Uruapan vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Uruapan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 11.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area202.0 sq mi (523.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates31.6231°N, 116.4398°W
TimezoneAmerica/Tijuana

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.3"
70% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 2.24"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8,795 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 15, 2025.

Apr 4, 2010 The 2010 Sierra El Mayor, B.C., Mexico Earthquake M7.2 131 km
Jun 15, 2010 8km ESE of Ocotillo, CA M5.7 130 km
Feb 22, 2002 13km WSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.7 131 km
Dec 8, 2001 22km S of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.7 142 km
Apr 4, 2010 12km SSW of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.7 142 km
Apr 4, 2010 9km SW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.4 134 km
Apr 4, 2010 12km WNW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.4 130 km
May 24, 2006 6km SSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.4 137 km
Dec 3, 1991 71km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 60 km
Apr 8, 2010 12km SW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.3 126 km
Mar 23, 1994 35km E of Maneadero, B.C., MX M5.3 26 km
Apr 4, 2010 15km SSW of Progreso, B.C., MX M5.3 120 km
Apr 5, 2010 27km SSW of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.2 130 km
Oct 3, 1994 5 km NE of Ejido Doctor Alberto Oviedo Mota (El Indiviso), Mexico M5.2 149 km
Feb 9, 2008 8km W of Delta, B.C., MX M5.1 137 km
Feb 11, 2008 7km WSW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.1 136 km
Feb 18, 2011 17km SSW of Estacion Coahuila, B.C., MX M5.1 138 km
Sep 19, 2009 7km WNW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.1 139 km
Feb 19, 2008 14km NW of Delta, B.C., MX M5.0 139 km
Feb 7, 2003 74km SSW of Alberto Oviedo Mota, B.C., MX M5.0 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Nora (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Nora Category 1 284 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1862 S. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 1.2 m 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Quintin Volcanic Field (135 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Quintin Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 260 m (853 ft) Unknown 135 km
Salton Buttes Lava dome(s) -40 m (-131 ft) 210 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in Wettest
March 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
April 58°F (14°C) 0.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
August 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.3 in
December 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in

Uruapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 54°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 11.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Uruapan

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Justo Sierra Num. 98
Lic. Adolfo Lopez Mateos
Mtro Daniel Delgadillo
Nicolas Bravo
Primaria Para Ni�os Migrantes
Telesecundaria Numero 95
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Radio Stations near Uruapan

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AMOR MÍO 92.9 (Ensenada) - 92.9 FM - XHFZO-FM - Grupo Uzivra - Ensenada, Baja California 92.9 fm, amor mío MP3 96 kbps
Adictiva Radio (Ensenada) - 100.3 FM - XHDX-FM - Esquina 32 - Ensenada, Baja California 100.3 fm, adictiva radio MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 104.1 (Ensenada) - 104.1 FM - XHADA-FM - MVS Radio - Ensenada, Baja California 104.1 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
LA RANCHERITA 89.1 (Ensenada) - 89.1 FM - XHEPF-FM - Radio Cadena Enciso (RCE) - Ensenada, Baja California 89.1 fm, américa MP3

Museums in Uruapan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Caracol Science Museum
Historical Archives of the City
Museo de Historia de Ensenada
Museum of Regional History of Ensenada
Old Customs House

Farmers Markets in Uruapan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Los Globos
Los Globos
Mercado Negro
Mercado Negro

Hotels in Uruapan

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Guero

Gas Stations in Uruapan

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Breweries in Uruapan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Transpeninsular

Stadiums & Teams in Uruapan

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Airports Near Uruapan

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ensenada International Airport / El Ciprés Air BaseESEMedium Airport
Colonia Lázaro Cárdenas AirstripSmall Airport
Ejido Eréndira AirportSmall Airport
La Grulla AirportSmall Airport
La Uva AirportSmall Airport
Llano Colorado AirstripSmall Airport
Punta Colonet AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Meling AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho Sandoval AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Cruz AirportSmall Airport
Real del Castillo AirstripSmall Airport
Sierra Juárez AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Tijuana

🇲🇽 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 Uruapan

What is the population of Uruapan?

Uruapan has a population of 521 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 202.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Uruapan?

Uruapan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.3 inches.

How is the job market in Uruapan?

The job market in Uruapan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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