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Amatlán de Cañas, Mexico
Nayarit · Mexico
Amatlán de Cañas is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 3,157. Elevation: 2,454 ft (748 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Amatlán de Cañas
Amatlán de Cañas is a municipality and municipal seat in the southwest of the Mexican state of Nayarit, being the southernmost municipality in Nayarit. The population in 2005 was 10,392 in a total area of 765 km2 (295 sq mi), which made up 2.77% of the surface of the state. The municipal seat had a population of 3,275 in 2005.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 3,157 |
| Population Density | 4,100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,454 ft (748 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.8070°, -104.4041° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.6 inches (1,031 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Amatlán de Cañas
Amatlán de Cañas is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 3,157. The city sits at an elevation of 2,454 feet (748 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: Amatlán de Cañas vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 101 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,454 ft (748 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.8070°N, 104.4041°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 141 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 109 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 109 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (37 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 37 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 165 km |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in |
Amatlán de Cañas has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 63°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.6") and March the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Amatlán de Cañas
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emsad 3 Guachinango | College | — | — |
Schools in Amatlán de Cañas
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miguel Hidalgo | — | — | — | — |
| La Calera | — | — | — | — |
| Las Cebollas | — | — | — | — |
| Amado Nervo | — | — | — | — |
| Cursos Comunitarios | — | — | — | — |
| Cursos Comunitarios | — | — | — | — |
| Hermenegildo Galeana | — | — | — | — |
| Ignacio Allende | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Comunitaria | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Comunitaria | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad de Servicio de Apoyo a la Educacion Regular Num. 26 | — | — | — | — |
| Vicente Guerrero | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Amatlán de Cañas
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GDL 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco | 105.5 fm, ameca | MP3 | |
| RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GUADALAJARA 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco | 105.5 fm, ameca | MP3 |
Libraries in Amatlán de Cañas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Everardo Peña Navarro | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Amatlán de Cañas
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Amatlán de Cañas
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amado Nervo National Airport | TPQ | Medium Airport |
| Amatlan de Jora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apozolco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cap. Jorge García Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuautla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Trapiche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Gonzalo Curiel García - Mascota National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Ciruelilla Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Las Varas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mecatillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pacana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Popota Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Ixtapalapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Martín de Bolaños Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Sebastián Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trinidad Ramos Valdez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vientos de la Vega Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Amatlán de Cañas
What is the population of Amatlán de Cañas?
Amatlán de Cañas has a population of 3,157 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4,100 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Amatlán de Cañas?
Amatlán de Cañas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches.
How is the job market in Amatlán de Cañas?
The job market in Amatlán de Cañas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 101 business establishments in the area.