Celaya, Mexico
Guanajuato · Mexico
Celaya is a large city in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 340,387. Elevation: 5,781 ft (1,762 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 340,387 |
| Population Density | 1,594 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,781 ft (1,762 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.5235°, -100.8157° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guanajuato |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.4 inches (519 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Celaya
Celaya is a large city in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 340,387. The city sits at an elevation of 5,781 feet (1,762 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Celaya vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 175 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Celaya
Celaya has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is May (22.7°C), the coldest is Dec (14.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 586 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,781 ft (1,762 m) |
| Area | 213.6 sq mi (553.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,594/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.5235°N, 100.8157°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (123 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 123 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 138 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Celaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 58°F in December to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Celaya
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benavente | University | - | , |
| Campus Celaya-Salvatierra - Sede Mutualismo (UGTO) | University | - | , |
| CBTa No. 175 | College | - | , |
| Centro de Estudios Cortazar | University | - | Visit → |
| Centro Universitario ITESBA | College | - | , |
| Domo de la Ciencia IPJR | University | - | , |
| Edificio de Biblioteca UPJR | University | - | , |
| escuela cristobal colon | College | - | , |
| escuela Cristobal colon | College | - | , |
| Escuela primaria Cuauhtemoc | College | - | , |
| Escuela Sec. Gral. #8 Mtro. Hermino Martinez Ortega | College | - | , |
| ICATEG | College | - | , |
| Instituto Tecnológico de Celaya | University | - | Visit → |
| Instituto Tecnológico de Celaya Campus II | University | - | , |
| Instituto Tecnologico de Roque | University | - | , |
| Prepa Tec | University | - | , |
| Seminario Diocesano | College | - | , |
| Seminario Franciscano | College | - | , |
| Telesecundaria #76 | College | - | , |
| UNIDEG | University | - | , |
| Unideg Juventino Rosas | University | - | , |
| UNIDEG Villagrán | University | - | , |
| UNITESBA | University | - | , |
| Universidad Continente Americano | University | - | , |
| Universidad de Celaya | University | - | , |
| Universidad de Guanajuato Campus Celaya - Salvatierra | University | - | , |
| Universidad del SABES | University | - | , |
| Universidad Latina | University | - | , |
| Universidad Latina de Mexico | University | - | , |
| Universidad Tecnologica del Centro de Mexico | University | - | , |
| Universidad Tecnológica del Centro de México - Campus Celaya Irrigación | University | - | , |
| UPN 112 Universidad Pedagogica Nacional | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Celaya
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Ing. Arturo Nieto Piña | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Celayense Sección Básica | - | - | - | - |
| The Swissland International Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nuevo Continente | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nuevo Continente | - | - | - | - |
| Secundaria técnica # 37 | - | - | - | - |
| Cecati 89 | - | - | - | - |
| CONALEP Plantel Celaya | - | - | - | - |
| Universidad de Guanajuato | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Magno SC | - | - | - | - |
| preparatoria oficial | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Manuel M. Concha | - | - | - | - |
| Secundaria General Francisco Villa | - | - | - | - |
| CETis 115 | - | - | - | - |
| CEIC | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Mexico | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria Técnica No. 3 | - | - | - | - |
| Secundaria técnica # 37 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de capacitación Linux | - | - | - | - |
| Tres Guerras | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Celaya
40 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Bestia Grupera (León) - 90.3 FM - XHML-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - León, Guanajuato | 90.3 fm, banda | MP3 96 kbps | |
| FIESTA MEXICANA 92.9 (Salvatierra) - 92.9 FM - XHFAC-FM - Radiorama Bajío - Salvatierra, Guanajuato | 92.9 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| RADIO LOBO 88.3 (San José Iturbide) - 88.3 FM - XHSJI-FM - Grupo Radar - San José Iturbide, Guanajuato | 88.3 fm, américa | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| STEREO CRISTAL 96.7 (Celaya) - 96.7 FM - XHY-FM - Grupo Radar - Celaya, Guanajuato | 96.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| EL Y ELLA 103.7 (Celaya) - 103.7 FM - XHCEL-FM - Corporación Bajío Comunicaciones - Celaya, Guanajuato | 103.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Bestia Grupera (León) - 90.3 FM - XHML-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - León, GT | 90.3, 90.3 fm | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Love FM (León) - 101.5 FM - XHVLO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - León, Guanajuato | 101.5, 101.5 fm | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Fiesta Mexicana Irapuato 105.5 FM | banda, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| MATCH 97.9 (Querétaro) - 97.9 FM - XHQTO-FM - Grupo ACIR - Querétaro, Querétaro | 97.9 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Activa (Yuriria) - 100.5 FM - XHSCBW-FM - Yuririapundaro 104.7, A.C. - Yuriria, Guanajuato | 100.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| MIX (León) - 103.1 FM - XHXF-FM - Grupo ACIR - León, Guanajuato | 103.1 fm, 2000s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| El y Ella 103.7 FM | baladas en español, entretenimiento | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| W RADIO 90.1 (San José Iturbide) - 90.1 FM - XHPSJI-FM - GlobalMedia - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato | 90.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Querétaro - 90.1 FM - XHPSJI-FM - GlobalMedia - San José Iturbide, GT | 90.1, 90.1 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| @FM (Celaya) - 99.5 FM - XHAF-FM - Radiorama - Celaya, Guanajuato | 99.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Éxtasis Digital (León) - 95.9 FM / 590 AM - XHGTO-FM / XEGTO-AM - Radiorama - León, Guanajuato | 590 am, 70s | MP3 | |
| Radio fórmula (Bajío) - 107.1 FM [León, Guanajuato] | music, news | AAC | |
| @FM (León) - 99.3 FM - XHSD-FM - Radiorama Bajío - León, Guanajuato | 1530 am, 99.3 fm | MP3 | |
| Radio Universidad de Guanajuato | student, variety | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Arroba FM (León) - 99.3 FM - XHSD-FM - Radiorama - León, Guanajuato | 1530 am, 99.3 fm | MP3 | |
| Love FM (Guanajuato) - 101.5 FM - XHVLO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Guanajuato, GT | 101.5, 101.5 fm | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Love FM (León) - 101.5 FM - XHVLO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - León, Guanajuato | 101.5 fm, américa | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Alegría (Moroleón) - 95.7 FM - XHBV-FM - Radio Moroleón - Moroleón, Guanajuato | 95.7 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 96 kbps | |
| W Radio Querétaro - 1310 AM - XEQRMD-AM - GlobalMedia - Querétaro, Querétaro | 1310 am, 1980's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 99.5 (Celaya) - 99.5 FM - XHAF-FM - Radiorama Celaya - Celaya, Guanajuato | - | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 104.5 (Celaya) - 104.5 FM - XHZN-FM - TVR Comunicaciones - Celaya, Guanajuato | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 96 kbps | |
| radio alegria | moroleon | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Love - 90.1 FM [Chihuahua, Chihuahua] | music, news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| La Jefa 98.7 FM | folk | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Querétaro | queretaro | AAC 98 kbps | |
| Radio Fórmula (Querétaro) - 88.7 FM - XHJX-FM - Grupo Fórmula - Querétaro, QT | 88.7, 88.7 fm | AAC | |
| La Jefa (Querétaro) - 98.7 FM - XHMQ-FM - Respuesta Radiofónica - Querétaro, QR | 98.7, 98.7 fm | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Éxitos 98.9 FM | hits, música en español e inglés | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W Radio Querétaro - 1310 AM - XEQRMD-AM - GlobalMedia - Querétaro, QT | 1310, 1310 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stereo Cristal (Querétaro) - 101.1 FM - XHJHS-FM - Grupo Radar / Corporación Bajío Comunicaciones - Querétaro, Querétaro | 101.1 fm, corporación bajío comunicaciones | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RADAR 107.5 (Querétaro) - 107.5 FM - XHQRO-FM - Grupo Radar - Querétaro, Querétaro | 107.5 fm, contemporary hits radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| MIX León - 103.1 FM - XHXF-FM - Grupo ACIR - León, GT | 103.1, 103.1 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Lobo (San José Iturbide) - 88.3 FM - XHSJI-FM - Corporación Bajío Comunicaciones - San José Iturbide, GT | 88.3, 88.3 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Santa Fe (Guanajuato) - 1500 AM - XEFL-AM - Guanajuato, Guanajuato | 1500 am, 90.7 fm | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Arroba FM (León) - 1530 AM - XESD-AM - Radiorama - León, Guanajuato | 1530 am, 99.3 fm | MP3 |
Museums in Celaya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumeia | ||||
| Museo Arqueologico Dr German | ||||
| Museo de Arte Octavio Ocampo | ||||
| Museo de Celaya Historia Regional | ||||
| Museo Imaginate la Bola |
Libraries in Celaya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Antonio Plaza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Miguel de Cervantes | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Fidel Gallegos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Juventino Rosas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Celaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anexo Mercado | |||||
| Galerias Celaya | |||||
| Galerias Celaya | |||||
| Mercado 12 de Octubre Celaya | |||||
| Mercado 12 de Octubre Celaya | |||||
| Mercado 5 de Febrero | |||||
| Mercado 5 de Febrero | |||||
| Mercado Cañitos | |||||
| Mercado Cañitos | |||||
| Mercado Cañitos | |||||
| Mercado Cañitos | |||||
| Mercado Constitución | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado el Dorado | |||||
| Mercado el Dorado | |||||
| Mercado el Dorado | |||||
| Mercado Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado La Central | |||||
| Mercado La Central | |||||
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Miguel | |||||
| Mercado Viejo | |||||
| Plaza del Quinto Sol | |||||
| Plaza del Quinto Sol | |||||
| Plaza del Quinto Sol | |||||
| Plaza Dorada | |||||
| Plaza Magnolia | |||||
| Tianguis de los Lunes | |||||
| Tianguis de los Lunes | |||||
| Tianguis de los lunes | |||||
| Tianguis de los lunes | |||||
| Tianguis de los Martes | |||||
| Tianguis Domingos | |||||
| Tianguis Domingos | |||||
| Tianguis Domingos |
Hotels in Celaya
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Celaya
41 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Celaya
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Celaya
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Celaya
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Celaya
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Celaya
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Celaya
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Celaya
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Celaya
28 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Celaya
18 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Celaya
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Celaya
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Celaya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modelorama San Jorge | ||||
| Modelorama San Jorge | ||||
| Six Plaza el Angel | ||||
| Six Plaza el Angel | ||||
| Six Tecate | ||||
| Six Tecate |
Stadiums & Teams in Celaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Celaya
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport | MLM | Large Airport |
| Guanajuato International Airport | BJX | Large Airport |
| Querétaro Intercontinental Airport | QRO | Large Airport |
| Captain Rogelio Castillo National Airport | CYW | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Campo Cortés | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de San Miguel de Allende | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo del Rancho Medio Sitio | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo El Jaguey | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Roca | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Sofía | - | Small Airport |
| Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato) | - | Small Airport |
| La Begoña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quinta Palos Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Celaya
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Reabilitación Celaya A.C. | ||
| Centro de rehabilitación |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Celaya
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Protective town of San Miguel and the Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco | ||
| San Miguel de Allende |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Celaya
55 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores | |
| Capilla de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores | |
| Capilla de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores | |
| Capilla de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores | |
| Catedral de Celaya | |
| Catedral de Celaya | |
| Catedral de Celaya | |
| Catedral de Celaya | |
| Divina Providencia | |
| Divina Providencia | |
| El Carmen | |
| El Carmen | |
| El Zapote | |
| El Zapote | |
| Iglesia Metodista de Mexico | |
| Iglesia Metodista de Mexico | |
| Jesucristo Sumo y Eterno Sacerdote | |
| Jesucristo Sumo y Eterno Sacerdote | |
| La Resurreccion | |
| La Resurreccion |
Quick Facts
Around Celaya
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇲🇽 About Mexico
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Celaya
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Celaya
What is the population of Celaya?
Celaya has a population of 340,387 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1,594 people per square mile, spread across 213.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Celaya?
Celaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.
How is the job market in Celaya?
The job market in Celaya is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 175 business establishments in the area, including 74 restaurants and food service locations.
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