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El Colorado, Mexico
Jalisco · Mexico
El Colorado is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 1,023. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,023 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.7700°, -105.1558° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Jalisco |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.7 inches (1,287 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Colorado
El Colorado is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 1,023. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Colorado vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 33 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.1°F |
| 39% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 582.0 sq mi (1,507.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.7700°N, 105.1558°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 87 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 87 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mascota Volcanic Field (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 78 km |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in |
El Colorado has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in January to 80°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.2") and April the driest (0.1").
Schools in El Colorado
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amado Ruiz Sa�Nchez | — | — | — | — |
| Justo Sierra | — | — | — | — |
| Veinticuatro De Febrero | — | — | — | — |
| Adolfo Ruiz Cortines | — | — | — | — |
| La Arboleda | — | — | — | — |
| Lomas Del Valle | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Colorado
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIX 92.7 (Puerto Vallarta) - 92.7 FM - XHVAY-FM - Grupo ACIR - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| LOS40 Puerto Vallarta - 91.1 FM - XHPTOJ-FM - Radiópolis - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 91.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| W RADIO 90.3 (Puerto Vallarta) - 90.3 FM - XHPVA-FM - GlobalMedia - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 90.3 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VOX FM Radio Hits 96.7 (Puerto Vallarta) - 96.7 FM - XHCCBA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 2000s, 90s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| EXA FM 89.9 (Puerto Vallarta) - 89.9 FM - XHCCBB-FM - Álica Medios - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 89.9 fm, alica medios | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Patrona FM | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in El Colorado
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChocoMuseo | ||||
| House Museum Manuel Lepe | ||||
| Museo Histórico Naval | ||||
| Museo Peter Gray |
Libraries in El Colorado
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibloteca Pública Municipal Jarretaderas | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibloteca Pública Municipal Jarretaderas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Colorado
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 de Diciembre | |||||
| Mercado D'Artesanias Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Mercado D'Artesanias Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Bucerías | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Rio Cuale | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Rio Cuale | |||||
| Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Sunday Market |
Airports Near El Colorado
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Vallarta International Airport | PVR | Large Airport |
| Amado Nervo National Airport | TPQ | Medium Airport |
| Cap. Jorge García Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuautla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Llano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Gonzalo Curiel García - Mascota National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Varas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mayto Ing. Leo Jiménez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Sebastián Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trinidad Ramos Valdez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Banderas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Colorado
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CMQ Hospital Centro | ||
| Médicos de la bahía | ||
| Vallarta Gay Clinic |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of El Colorado?
El Colorado has a population of 1,023 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 582.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Colorado?
El Colorado has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.7 inches.
How is the job market in El Colorado?
The job market in El Colorado is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 33 business establishments in the area.