Patzcuaro Vacation Rentals, Condos, Villas and Beach Rentals

Patzcuaro is a colonial jewel set in the Heartland of Central Mexico. A shoppers paradise, Patzcuaro has become a favorite among tourists. Set high in the mountains, the city is surrounded by rolling hills and forests, extending to the shores of Lake Patzcuaro. In town, it seems as if you have entered a time warp, as cathedral bells resonate through cobblestone streets and women wrapped in colorful wool rebozos (shawls) hurry to market in the chilly morning air. This beautiful community at the 7,200-foot level in the Sierra Madre is home to the Purepecha Indians, who have fished and farmed and sold their crafts here for centuries. The plazas in Patzcuaro overflow with stacks of homemade woolen sweaters, carved wooden toys, decorative masks and more. On November 1 each year, the town is filled with tourists on their way to Janitzio, an island in Lake Patzcuaro, where one of the most elaborate Day of the Dead ceremonies takes place. Restaurants in town specialize in seafood, and the largest meal of the day is served at midday, with many establishments closing down by 9pm. There are no large, deluxe hotels in Patzcuaro, but an ample number of clean, moderately priced properties, many within walking distance of the town square. Attractions include several historical buildings and sites, and the surrounding countryside is full of quaint villages selling beautiful handicrafts at bargain prices.

Patzcuaro Vacation Rentals

	Pool/HotTub		Type	Bed	Bath	Sleeps
Casa Espejo			Single Family	3	2	6
Quinta El Secreto	P	H	Cabin	4	3½	12
Lovingly Restored 18th Century Colonial Mansion			Bed & Breakfast	10	10	34

Patzcuaro Weather & Climate

Mild, spring-like temperatures prevail most of the year in the North Central Highlands of central Mexico. The highlands have a climate that is described as a “mild, dry climate.” Many of the pretty little towns that are located at the 6,000 to 7,000-foot level rarely see temperatures that go above 80 degrees – even in summer. Daytime temperatures remain fairly consistent year round, however, it can become quite cold at night November through March. The rainy season runs May through October, with July and August generally being the wettest months. Quick moving thunderstorms can be expected over the summer months, June to September. The rest of the year remains quite dry.

Month	High Temp	Low Temp	Rainfall	Ocean Temp
January	71°F	42°F	1 in.	-
February	74°F	44°F	0 in.	-
March	78°F	48°F	0 in.	-
April	81°F	52°F	0 in.	-
May	82°F	55°F	2 in.	-
June	79°F	56°F	5 in.	-
July	74°F	55°F	7 in.	-
August	74°F	55°F	6 in.	-
September	74°F	54°F	5 in.	-
October	74°F	50°F	2 in.	-
November	73°F	46°F	1 in.	-
December	71°F	43°F	1 in.	-

Data shown covers: Guanajuato, Patzcuaro, San Miguel de Allende, Valle de Bravo

Patzcuaro Map & Transportation


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The closest airports in the area are the Morelia International airport (MLM) located about 28 miles north of Patzcuaro in Morelia, Mexico and the Uruapan airport (UPN) located approximately 30 miles west of Patzcuaro in Uruapan, Mexico.

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