La Placita de Morelos
City in Michoacán de Ocampo, Mexico
Overview
La Placita de Morelos is a small coastal town in Michoacán, Mexico, known for its laid-back atmosphere, beautiful Pacific beaches, and traditional Mexican charm. Visitors enjoy authentic local cuisine, friendly residents, and easy access to nature, making it a hidden gem for those seeking a genuine experience away from crowded tourist spots.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Michoacán de Ocampo
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
18.53°, -103.59°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
30
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$699
Local Cost
$377
Local Income
$250
Cashless
15
English
10
Temperature
26.5°C
Summer Avg
27.8°C
Winter Avg
25.4°C
Record High
33.6°C
Record Low
18.5°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
873 mm
Internet Speed
24 Mbps
Upload
11 Mbps
Latency
32 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 9 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.