Ixtapa, Mexico
Jalisco · Mexico
Ixtapa is a mid-size city in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 39,083. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 39,083 |
| Population Density | 16,846 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.7160°, -105.2051° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Jalisco |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,138 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ixtapa
Ixtapa is a mid-size city in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 39,083. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Climate in Ixtapa
Ixtapa has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (25.5°C), the coldest is Jan (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 1422 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.0°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16,846/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.7160°N, 105.2051°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 | - | - | 82 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 82 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mascota Volcanic Field (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 41 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 86 km |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 9.9 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in |
Ixtapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and April the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Ixtapa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telepreparatoria Aguamilpa Bahia de Banderas | College | - | , |
| Telepreparatoria Nayarit Bicentenario | College | - | , |
| Telepreparatoria Nayarit Diego Rivera | College | - | , |
Schools in Ixtapa
23 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nombre En Tramite | - | - | - | - |
| Vasco De Gama | - | - | - | - |
| Guillermo Martinez Mora | - | - | - | - |
| Guillermo Martinez Mora | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 56 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 56 | - | - | - | - |
| 17 De Febrero | - | - | - | - |
| Vasco De Gama | - | - | - | - |
| Tierra Y Libertad | - | - | - | - |
| Prisciliano Sa�Nchez | - | - | - | - |
| Octavio Paz | - | - | - | - |
| Nombre En Tramite | - | - | - | - |
| Efrain Gonza�Lez Luna | - | - | - | - |
| Ni�os Heroes | - | - | - | - |
| Los Volcanes | - | - | - | - |
| Juan Escutia | - | - | - | - |
| Jose Othon De Aguinaga | - | - | - | - |
| Independencia | - | - | - | - |
| Ignacio Zaragoza Saguin | - | - | - | - |
| Ignacio Zaragoza Saguin | - | - | - | - |
| Ignacio M Altamirano | - | - | - | - |
| Francisco Villa | - | - | - | - |
| Emancipacion | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ixtapa
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 Ixtapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChocoMuseo | ||||
| Evoke The Spirit | ||||
| House Museum Manuel Lepe | ||||
| Museo Histórico Naval | ||||
| Museo Peter Gray |
Libraries in Ixtapa
| 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 Ixtapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 de Diciembre | |||||
| Hippie Market | |||||
| Hippie Market | |||||
| Mercado D'Artesanias Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Mercado D'Artesanias Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Mercado del Pueblo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Bucerías | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Rio Cuale | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Rio Cuale | |||||
| Produce Market | |||||
| Produce Market | |||||
| Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Sunday Market |
Restaurants in Ixtapa
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Ixtapa
2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ixtapa
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ixtapa
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Vallarta International Airport | PVR | Large Airport |
| Amado Nervo National Airport | TPQ | Medium 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 Ixtapa
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
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ixtapa
What is the population of Ixtapa?
Ixtapa has a population of 39,083 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 16,846 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ixtapa?
Ixtapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.
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