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Bolaños, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Bolaños is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 924. Elevation: 2,897 ft (883 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

924 Population 2,369/sq mi density
2,897 ft Elevation 883 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
27.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population924
Density2,369/mi²

Economy

Unemployment4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Population924
Population Density2,369 / sq mi
Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Coordinates21.8317°, -103.7806°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation27.8 inches (705 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bolaños

Bolaños is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 924. The city sits at an elevation of 2,897 feet (883 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 30 business establishments.

Income: Bolaños vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bolaños has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,897 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average73.5°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,897 ft (883 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,369/sq mi
Coordinates21.8317°N, 103.7806°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.8"
27% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.52"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.3 on Mar 9, 2020.

May 11, 2016 3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico M4.5 124 km
Jul 4, 2008 8 km E of El Jicote, Mexico M4.4 124 km
Oct 28, 1998 4 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M4.4 96 km
Jul 5, 2015 5 km WSW of Zapotán, Mexico M4.1 144 km
Aug 24, 2001 11 km E of Yago, Mexico M4.0 121 km
Mar 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Atonalisco, Mexico M4.0 108 km
Oct 29, 1998 19 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M3.9 88 km
Mar 9, 2020 1 km NW of Guadalajara, Mexico M3.3 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 152 km
2022 Roslyn Category 4 167 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 263 km
2021 Nora Category 1 217 km
2018 Willa Category 3 219 km
2015 Patricia Category 4 161 km
2011 Jova Category 2 230 km
2006 Lane Category 2 298 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 135 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 295 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 219 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 267 km
1992 Winifred Category 1 296 km
1987 Eugene Category 1 274 km
1983 Tico Category 2 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 109 km
Mascota Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,560 m (8,399 ft) Unknown 173 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
May 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in
June 81°F (27°C) 4.9 in Warmest
July 77°F (25°C) 7.5 in Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 6.6 in
September 76°F (25°C) 4.4 in
October 74°F (24°C) 1.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in

Bolaños has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 65°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.5") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Bolaños

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
USAER Bola�os
Alberto Orozco Romero
Benito Juarez
Corregidora
Francisco I Madero
Benito Juarez
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 91
Miguel Hidalgo
secundaria tecnica #91
Escuela Preparatoria Regional de Colotlán modulo Bolaños
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Libraries in Bolaños

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Lic. Miguel de la Madrid Hurtado0.0

Airports Near Bolaños

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ramón López VelardeSmall Airport
Amatlan de Jora AirportSmall Airport
Apozolco AirportSmall Airport
Chimaltitán AirstripSmall Airport
El Trapiche AirportSmall Airport
Guadalupe Ocotan AirstripSmall Airport
Huajimic AirportSmall Airport
Huaynamota AirportSmall Airport
Huazamota AirstripSmall Airport
Insurgente Marcos Escobedo AirportSmall Airport
Jesus Maria AirportSmall Airport
La Ciruelilla AirstripSmall Airport
La Manga AirstripSmall Airport
Las Higueras AirportSmall Airport
Mecatillo AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Colonia AirstripSmall Airport
Popota AirstripSmall Airport
Puente de Camotlán AirstripSmall Airport
San Andrés Cohamiata AirstripSmall Airport
San Juan Ixtapalapa AirportSmall Airport
San Martin De Bolaños AirportSmall Airport
San Martín de Bolaños AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Catarina AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Clara AirstripSmall Airport
Tuxpan de Bolaños AirstripSmall 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 Bolaños

What is the population of Bolaños?

Bolaños has a population of 924 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2,369 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bolaños?

Bolaños has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.8 inches.

How is the job market in Bolaños?

Bolaños has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 30 business establishments in the area.

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