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Colotitlán, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Colotitlán is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 644. Elevation: 4,583 ft (1,397 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

644 Population 724/sq mi density
4,583 ft Elevation 1,397 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population644
Density724/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation4,583 ft (1,397 m)
Population644
Population Density724 / sq mi
Elevation4,583 ft (1,397 m)
Coordinates20.0957°, -104.1533°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (818 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Colotitlán

Colotitlán is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 644. The city sits at an elevation of 4,583 feet (1,397 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: Colotitlán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Colotitlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 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 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,583 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,583 ft (1,397 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density724/sq mi
Coordinates20.0957°N, 104.1533°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.87"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

188 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M4.5 on Apr 16, 2025.

Oct 9, 1995 1995 Colima-Jalisco, Mexico Earthquake M8.0 116 km
Jan 22, 2003 16 km SSW of Cuyutlán, Mexico M7.6 148 km
May 20, 2001 33 km SW of El Colomo, Mexico M6.3 146 km
Oct 12, 1995 13 km SSE of Cuyutlán, Mexico M6.0 144 km
Jan 22, 2003 29 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.9 144 km
Feb 9, 2018 30 km S of Barra de Navidad, Mexico M5.8 140 km
Oct 6, 1995 23 km SSW of El Colomo, Mexico M5.8 137 km
Sep 8, 2023 5 km NNW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.8 114 km
Sep 8, 2023 12 km W of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.6 126 km
Oct 18, 1995 16 km S of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.5 129 km
May 8, 2001 18 km SSW of Cuyutlán, Mexico M5.5 147 km
Mar 7, 2000 7 km ENE of Jalipa, Mexico M5.4 106 km
Nov 5, 2002 0 km E of La Manzanilla, Mexico M5.3 112 km
Feb 17, 2003 17 km SW of Barra de Navidad, Mexico M5.3 131 km
May 9, 1996 13 km SSW of Manzanillo, Mexico M5.3 123 km
Sep 29, 1992 8 km SSE of Tecalitlán, Mexico M5.3 119 km
Dec 12, 2009 21 km SW of La Manzanilla, Mexico M5.2 133 km
Dec 8, 2009 15 km WSW of La Manzanilla, Mexico M5.1 127 km
Oct 10, 1995 9 km SSE of Cuyutlán, Mexico M5.1 140 km
Oct 22, 2009 19 km WSW of Cuyutlán, Mexico M5.0 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 82 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 195 km
2022 Roslyn Category 4 228 km
2022 Orlene Category 4 287 km
2021 Rick Category 2 256 km
2021 Nora Category 1 124 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 199 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 111 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 52 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 214 km
2013 Erick Category 1 214 km
2012 Bud Category 2 194 km
2011 Jova Category 2 88 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 146 km
2009 Andres Category 1 200 km
2006 Lane Category 3 213 km
2006 John Category 3 211 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 217 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 257 km
1996 Alma Category 2 297 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.9 m (46 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1818 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 13.9 m 2,000 113 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 11.0 m 50 116 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 75 98 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 400 58 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 1.0 m 125 km
2003 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.6 m 29 148 km
1900 MEXICO Earthquake 89 km
1900 MEXICO Earthquake 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Colima (85 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 85 km
Mascota Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,560 m (8,399 ft) Unknown 92 km
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 120 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
May 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
June 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in Warmest
July 72°F (22°C) 7.9 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
September 72°F (22°C) 5.5 in
October 71°F (21°C) 2.1 in
November 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in

Colotitlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Colotitlán

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hermenegildo Galeana
Juan Escutia
1 De Mayo
20 De Noviembre
Salatillo El
1 De Mayo
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Radio Stations near Colotitlán

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FIESTA MEXICANA (Autlán) - 90.9 FM - XHANV-FM - Promosat de México - Autlán, Jalisco 90.9 fm, américa MP3
RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GDL 102.3 (Autlán) - 102.3 FM - XHANU-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Autlán, Jalisco 102.3 fm, américa MP3
RADIO COSTA 103.9 (Autlán) - 103.9 FM / 780 AM - XHLD-FM / XELD-AM - Autlán, Jalisco 103.9 fm, 780 am MP3 192 kbps
RADIO COSTA 780 (Autlán) - 780 AM - XELD-AM - Autlán, Jalisco 103.9 fm, 780 am MP3 192 kbps
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

Farmers Markets in Colotitlán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Tecolotlán

Airports Near Colotitlán

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo El JabalíSmall Airport
Aeródromo La Joya BrunSmall Airport
Agricola La Tuxcana AirportSmall Airport
Autlán AirportSmall Airport
Capitán Piloto Aviador José Covarrubias Pérez AirportSmall Airport
Cuautla AirportSmall Airport
El Petacal AirportSmall Airport
General Gonzalo Curiel García - Mascota National AirportSmall Airport
La Colonia AirportSmall Airport
Laguna Seca Puerto Aereo AirportSmall Airport
Pacana AirportSmall Airport
San Gabriel AirportSmall Airport
San Sebastián AirportSmall Airport
Trinidad Ramos Valdez AirportSmall Airport
Vientos de la Vega AirportSmall Airport
Zapopan Air Force BaseSmall 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 Colotitlán

What is the population of Colotitlán?

Colotitlán has a population of 644 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 724 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Colotitlán?

Colotitlán 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 72°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

How is the job market in Colotitlán?

The job market in Colotitlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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