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Huáscato, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Huáscato is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 1,561. Elevation: 5,305 ft (1,617 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,561 Population 897/sq mi density
5,305 ft Elevation 1,617 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
17.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,561
Density897/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,305 ft (1,617 m)
Population1,561
Population Density897 / sq mi
Elevation5,305 ft (1,617 m)
Coordinates20.4797°, -102.2471°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation17.7 inches (450 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Huáscato

Huáscato is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 1,561. The city sits at an elevation of 5,305 feet (1,617 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 50 business establishments.

Income: Huáscato vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Huáscato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 17.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,305 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,305 ft (1,617 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density897/sq mi
Coordinates20.4797°N, 102.2471°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.7"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.27"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 15, 2023.

May 11, 2016 3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico M4.5 134 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 107 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 129 km
May 18, 2012 1 km NNW of San Cristóbal Zapotitlán, Mexico M4.2 121 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 102 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 77 km
Dec 12, 2001 0 km NNE of San Vicente, Mexico M4.2 139 km
Apr 2, 2011 Michoacan, Mexico M4.2 143 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 55 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 107 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 102 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 101 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 97 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 114 km
Apr 28, 2008 17 km E of Jilotlán de los Dolores, Mexico M3.9 137 km
Jun 17, 2004 1 km NE of Acatlán de Juárez, Mexico M3.9 139 km
Sep 13, 2004 17 km N of Tazumbo, Mexico M3.9 122 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 66 km
Apr 2, 2003 1 km SSW of Tacátzcuaro, Mexico M3.9 90 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 2 246 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 277 km
2021 Rick Category 2 209 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 297 km
2015 Patricia Category 4 224 km
2011 Jova Category 2 290 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 287 km
1996 Alma Category 2 276 km
1996 Boris Category 1 198 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 280 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 249 km
1992 Virgil Category 2 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (87 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 87 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
May 74°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 6.1 in
July 69°F (21°C) 8.3 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 7.1 in
September 69°F (21°C) 5.0 in
October 67°F (19°C) 1.8 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in

Huáscato has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 60°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.3") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Huáscato

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Braulio Rodriguez - - - -
Emiliano Zapata - - - -
Lázaro Cárdenas del Río - - - -
Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla - - - -
Santos Degollado - - - -
Venustiano Carranza - - - -
20 De Noviembre - - - -
Huascato - - - -
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Radio Stations near Huáscato

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco 104.7 fm, cadena rasa MP3
ARANDAS FM 107.3 (Arandas) - 107.3 FM - XHARDJ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Arandas, Jalisco 107.3 fm, américa MP3 40 kbps
LOS 40 - MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán 98.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Huáscato

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
biblioteca el carmen0.0
Biblioteca Publica El Carmen0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "José Hernández Moreno"0.0
Biblioteca UNIVA0.0
José Ma. Morelos y Pavón0.0

Farmers Markets in Huáscato

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Las Cuatro Esquinas
Mercado Municipal "Gildardo Magaña"
Mercado Municipal de Arandas

Stadiums & Teams in Huáscato

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Airports Near Huáscato

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo El Tepozán-Small Airport
El Loreto Airport-Small Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport-Small Airport
La Piedad Airport-Small Airport
Los Cerritos Airport-Small Airport
Los Gonzalez Airport-Small Airport
Ocotlán Airport-Small Airport
Pajacuaran Airport-Small Airport
Tepatitlan Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Zamora AirportZMMSmall 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 Huáscato

What is the population of Huáscato?

Huáscato has a population of 1,561 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 897 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huáscato?

Huáscato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.7 inches.

How is the job market in Huáscato?

The job market in Huáscato is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 50 business establishments in the area.

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