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La Central, Mexico
Colima · Mexico
La Central is a small town in Colima, Mexico with a population of 1,317. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,317 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.1428°, -104.4382° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Colima |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.8 inches (1,088 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Central
La Central is a small town in Mexico (Colima) with a population of 1,317. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Central vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 16.4% |
| 356% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 42 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Central
La Central has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.3°C), the coldest is Mar (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1075 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 609.3 sq mi (1,578.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.1428°N, 104.4382°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 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 | 53 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 50 | 26 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 75 | 13 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 76 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | - | 65 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 85 km |
| 2003 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 29 | 54 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 112 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Colima (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 95 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 9.3 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in |
La Central has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in March to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Central
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enrique Pacheco Aguilar | - | - | - | - |
| Justo Sierra | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near La Central
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LUPE 560 (Manzanillo) - 560 AM - XEMZA-AM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Manzanillo, Colima | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in La Central
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Cultural Salagua | ||||
| Museo de la Perversidad | ||||
| Museo Universitario de Arqueología |
Libraries in La Central
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca "Lic. Ernesto Camacho Quiñones" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca "Profra. Julia Piza Miranda" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Campus Valle de las Garzas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Ciencias del Mar | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Lic. Humberto Silva | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Central
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Artesanias | |||||
| Mercado del Valle de las Garzas | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Benito Juárez | |||||
| Plaza Mercado de Santiago El Colimense |
Gas Stations in La Central
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in La Central
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveceria Cuauhtemoc |
Airports Near La Central
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Playa de Oro International Airport | ZLO | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Aerofumigaciones Narvaez | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo C.P.A. Roberto Nevarez Dominguez | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Cerro de Ortega | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Chavarín | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Tigrera | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Marabasco | - | Small Airport |
| Agricola La Tuxcana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Autlán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barra de Navidad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chamela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuixmala Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Petacal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Colonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Alamandas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gabriel Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in La Central
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Atención Especializado en Adicciones Bill y Bob AC |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Central?
La Central has a population of 1,317 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 609.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Central?
La Central has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches.
How is the job market in La Central?
The job market in La Central faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 42 business establishments in the area.