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Betania, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Betania is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 2,782. Elevation: 6,270 ft (1,911 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,782 Population 1,599/sq mi density
6,270 ft Elevation 1,911 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
17.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Betania

Betania

Betania is a town in Ayotlán Municipality, in Jalisco in central-western Mexico. The population was 2,690 according to the 2020 census. The 2005 census had recorded a population of 2,849 inhabitants.

People

Population2,782
Density1,599/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation6,270 ft (1,911 m)
Population2,782
Population Density1,599 / sq mi
Elevation6,270 ft (1,911 m)
Coordinates20.5811°, -102.3797°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation17.0 inches (433 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Betania

Betania is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 2,782. The city sits at an elevation of 6,270 feet (1,911 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 89 business establishments.

Income: Betania vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)89

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Betania enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 17.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,270 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,270 ft (1,911 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density1,599/sq mi
Coordinates20.5811°N, 102.3797°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.0"
55% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.78"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 15, 2023.

May 11, 2016 3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico M4.5 118 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 118 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 135 km
May 18, 2012 1 km NNW of San Cristóbal Zapotitlán, Mexico M4.2 110 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 111 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 70 km
Dec 12, 2001 0 km NNE of San Vicente, Mexico M4.2 137 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 44 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 124 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 110 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 115 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 104 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 128 km
Apr 28, 2008 17 km E of Jilotlán de los Dolores, Mexico M3.9 142 km
Jun 17, 2004 1 km NE of Acatlán de Juárez, Mexico M3.9 126 km
Sep 13, 2004 17 km N of Tazumbo, Mexico M3.9 129 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 78 km
Apr 2, 2003 1 km SSW of Tacátzcuaro, Mexico M3.9 97 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 110 km
Jul 6, 2004 4 km E of Otatlán, Mexico M3.8 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 2 231 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 279 km
2021 Rick Category 2 220 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 290 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 211 km
2011 Jova Category 2 278 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 287 km
1996 Alma Category 2 287 km
1996 Boris Category 1 210 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 281 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 245 km
1992 Virgil Category 2 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (105 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 105 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in
February 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 8.8 in Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 7.5 in
September 68°F (20°C) 5.1 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Betania has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 59°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.8") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Betania

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Adolfo Lopez Mateos
Benito Juarez
Emiliano Zapata
Francisco Villa
Jose Clemente Orozco
Jose Maria Tejeda Va�Zquez
Minerva
Toma�S De Aquino
15 De Mayo
5 De Mayo
Alfonso Reyes
Los Robles
Mariano Matamoros
Toma�S De Aquino
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Radio Stations near Betania

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco 104.7 fm, cadena rasa MP3
ARANDAS FM 107.3 (Arandas) - 107.3 FM - XHARDJ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Arandas, Jalisco 107.3 fm, américa MP3 40 kbps

Libraries in Betania

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
biblioteca el carmen0.0
Biblioteca Publica El Carmen0.0
José Ma. Morelos y Pavón0.0

Farmers Markets in Betania

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
El Mercadito
Mercado de Las Cuatro Esquinas
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal de Arandas

Stadiums & Teams in Betania

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Betania

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo El TepozánSmall Airport
El Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Primo de Verdad y Ramos AirportLOMSmall Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal AirportSmall Airport
La Piedad AirportSmall Airport
Los Cerritos AirportSmall Airport
Los Gonzalez AirportSmall Airport
Ocotlán AirportSmall Airport
Pajacuaran AirportSmall Airport
Tepatitlan Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Zamora AirportZMMSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 Betania

What is the population of Betania?

Betania has a population of 2,782 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1,599 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Betania?

Betania enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches.

How is the job market in Betania?

The job market in Betania is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 89 business establishments in the area.

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