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Buenavista, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Buenavista is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 724. Elevation: 6,319 ft (1,926 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

724 Population 10/sq mi density
6,319 ft Elevation 1,926 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
18.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population724
Density10/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation6,319 ft (1,926 m)
Population724
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation6,319 ft (1,926 m)
Coordinates20.0137°, -100.5140°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (467 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Buenavista

Buenavista is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 724. The city sits at an elevation of 6,319 feet (1,926 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Buenavista vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Buenavista enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,319 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,319 ft (1,926 m)
Area72.0 sq mi (186.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates20.0137°N, 100.5140°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.01"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Apr 5, 2022.

Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 77 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 34 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 58 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 113 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 130 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 141 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 65 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 62 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 137 km
Oct 7, 1999 4 km SSE of Queréndaro, Mexico M3.8 46 km
Jul 5, 2002 5 km NNE of San Pedro Tenayac, Mexico M3.8 109 km
May 28, 2008 2 km NE of Rincón de Curungueo, Mexico M3.7 61 km
Jun 16, 2005 5 km ENE of San Andrés Ocotepec, Mexico M3.7 133 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 140 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 58 km
Jun 4, 2000 0 km ESE of Tepetongo, Mexico M3.7 42 km
Feb 6, 2008 1 km NW of Concepción la Venta, Mexico M3.7 51 km
Jan 9, 2001 2 km NE of Macho de Agua, Mexico M3.7 69 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 141 km
Jun 27, 2003 3 km S of Huitel, Mexico M3.6 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Otis (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Otis Category 2 258 km
2021 Rick Category 2 245 km
2021 Grace Category 1 299 km
1996 Alma Category 2 299 km
1996 Boris Category 1 229 km
1993 Gert Category 1 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (74 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 74 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 128 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 131 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
February 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 5.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.0 in Wettest
August 67°F (19°C) 6.6 in
September 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Buenavista has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 58°F in December to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.0") and March the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Buenavista

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FIESTA MEXICANA 92.9 (Salvatierra) - 92.9 FM - XHFAC-FM - Radiorama Bajío - Salvatierra, Guanajuato 92.9 fm, entretenimiento MP3
Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 90.5 (Acámbaro) - 90.5 FM - XHVW-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Acámbaro - Acámbaro, Guanajuato 90.5 fm, acámbaro AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Buenavista

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Waldemar Julsrud

Libraries in Buenavista

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Buenavista

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 8 de Diciembre
Mercado Municipal San Juan

Stadiums & Teams in Buenavista

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Buenavista

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade AirportSmall Airport
Quinta Palos AirportSmall 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 Buenavista

What is the population of Buenavista?

Buenavista has a population of 724 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 72.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Buenavista?

Buenavista enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.

How is the job market in Buenavista?

The job market in Buenavista is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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