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Colotlán, Mexico
Jalisco · Mexico
Colotlán is a small city in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 13,256. Elevation: 5,466 ft (1,666 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Colotlán
The municipality of Colotlán is in the northern extremity of the Mexican state of Jalisco. The municipality covers an area of approximately 648 square kilometers. Colotlán is located at 22°12′N 103°18′W.
It stands at 1,550 metres (5,090 ft) above sea level.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 13,256 |
| Population Density | 4,910 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,466 ft (1,666 m) |
| Coordinates | 22.1132°, -103.2666° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Jalisco |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.2 inches (665 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colotlán
Colotlán is a small city in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 13,256. The city sits at an elevation of 5,466 feet (1,666 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Colotlán vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 424 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Colotlán
Colotlán has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is May (25.8°C), the coldest is Sep (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 611 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,466 ft (1,666 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,910/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 22.1132°N, 103.2666°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (169 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in |
Colotlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 56°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.2") and March the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Colotlán
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emsad Santa Maria De Los A�Ngeles | College | - | , |
| Escuela Normal Experimental | University | - | , |
| Escuela Preparatoria Regional De Colotlan | College | - | , |
| Escuela Preparatoria Regional De Colotlan | College | - | , |
| Modulo Huejucar (Colotlan) | College | - | , |
| Preparatoria Regional De Colotlan | College | - | , |
| Preparatoria Regional De Colotlan | College | - | , |
Schools in Colotlán
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lázaro Cárdenas del Río | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Normal Experimental de Colotlán | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Universitario del Norte CUNorte | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio de Estudios Científicos y Tecnológicos del Estado de Jalisco | - | - | - | - |
| Ramon Garcia Ruiz | - | - | - | - |
| Ramon Garcia Ruiz | - | - | - | - |
| Mesa De Flores | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 17 | - | - | - | - |
| 20 De Noviembre | - | - | - | - |
| Venustiano Carranza | - | - | - | - |
| Valentin Gomez Farias | - | - | - | - |
| Solidaridad | - | - | - | - |
| Ni�os Heroes | - | - | - | - |
| Marcela Gonza�Lez De Lutteroth | - | - | - | - |
| Diego Huizar Martinez | - | - | - | - |
| Justo Sierra | - | - | - | - |
| Josefa Ortiz De Dominguez | - | - | - | - |
| Jose Vasconcelos | - | - | - | - |
| Jose Ma Morelos Y Pavon | - | - | - | - |
| Jalisco | - | - | - | - |
| J Guadalupe Victoria | - | - | - | - |
| Ignacio Zaragoza | - | - | - | - |
| Francisco Ma�Rquez | - | - | - | - |
| Esfuerzo Campesino | - | - | - | - |
| Cuauhtémoc | - | - | - | - |
| Adolfo Lopez Mateos | - | - | - | - |
| USAER | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Colotlán
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mega FM (Villahermosa) - 94.9 FM - XHTVH-FM - CORAT (Comisión de Radio y Televisión de Tabasco) - Villahermosa, TB | #90s, 1980's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Grande de Tabasco (Villahermosa) - 89.7 FM - XHVX-FM - Grupo VX - Villahermosa, TB | 89.7, 89.7 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Mega FM (Tenosique) -102.9 FM - XHTQE-FM - CORAT (Comisión de Radio y Televisión de Tabasco) - Tenosique, TB | #90s, 102.9 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CAXCÁN FM 95.1 (Jalpa) - 95.1 FM - XHJRS-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Jalpa, Zacatecas | 95.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| La Grande de Tabasco - 89.7 FM - XHVX-FM - Grupo VX - Comalcalco / Villahermosa, TB | 89.7, 89.7 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio fórmula (Tabasco) - 94.1 FM [Villahermosa, Tabasco] | music, news | AAC | |
| Radio Fórmula (Tabasco) - 94.1 FM - XHHGR-FM - Grupo Fórmula - Villahermosa, TB | 94.1, 94.1 fm | AAC |
Gas Stations in Colotlán
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Colotlán
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Guayaberos | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Ramón López Velarde | - | Small Airport |
| Apozolco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chimaltitán Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Insurgente Marcos Escobedo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ciruelilla Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Popota Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Martin De Bolaños Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Martín de Bolaños Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colotlán
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de San Luis Obispo |
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What is the population of Colotlán?
Colotlán has a population of 13,256 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4,910 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colotlán?
Colotlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.
How is the job market in Colotlán?
The job market in Colotlán is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 424 business establishments in the area.