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Zapotán, Mexico
Michoacán · Mexico
Zapotán is a small town in Michoacán, Mexico with a population of 514. Elevation: 430 ft (131 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 514 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.7094°, -103.5983° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Michoacán |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.1 inches (967 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zapotán
Zapotán is a small town in Mexico (Michoacán) with a population of 514. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet (131 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Zapotán vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.9°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Area | 184.2 sq mi (477.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.7094°N, 103.5983°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 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 | 56 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 50 | 75 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 75 | 102 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 107 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 126 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 68 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | — | 129 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 42 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 73 km |
| 2003 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 29 | 54 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 64 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Colima (90 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 90 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.5 in |
Zapotán has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.3") and April the driest (0.0").
Museums in Zapotán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo J. Guadalupe Mendoza |
Airports Near Zapotán
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport | CLQ | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Aerofumigaciones Narvaez | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo C.P.A. Roberto Nevarez Dominguez | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Cerro de Ortega | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo El Jabalí | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Elévate | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Joya Brun | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Tigrera | — | Small Airport |
| Coahuayana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pablo L. Sidar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Zapotán?
Zapotán has a population of 514 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zapotán?
Zapotán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches.
How is the job market in Zapotán?
The job market in Zapotán is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.