La Mesa (El Fresnito), Mexico
Jalisco · Mexico
La Mesa (El Fresnito) is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 851. Elevation: 5,669 ft (1,728 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 851 |
| Population Density | 110 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,669 ft (1,728 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.6222°, -103.5166° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Jalisco |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.2 inches (1,097 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Mesa (El Fresnito)
La Mesa (El Fresnito) is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 851. The city sits at an elevation of 5,669 feet (1,728 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Mesa (El Fresnito) vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 27 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Mesa (El Fresnito)
La Mesa (El Fresnito) has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 806 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,669 ft (1,728 m) |
| Area | 7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 110/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.6222°N, 103.5166°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 | 73 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 50 | 96 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 75 | 100 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 42 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 138 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 61 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 143 km |
| 2003 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 29 | 113 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Colima (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 16 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Michoacan-Guanajuato | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,860 m (12,664 ft) | 1952 | 187 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 7.7 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 0.9 in |
La Mesa (El Fresnito) has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 52°F in January to 62°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.2") and March the driest (0.3").
Schools in La Mesa (El Fresnito)
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jose Ma Morelos Y Pavon | — | — | — | — |
| Jose Ma Morelos Y Pavon | — | — | — | — |
| Venustiano Carranza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Rural Federal "18 de Marzo" | — | — | — | — |
| Esteban Loera | — | — | — | — |
| Jose Clemente Orozco | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Mesa (El Fresnito)
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor Manzanillo - 96.3 FM - XHECS-FM - Manzanillo, CL | 96.3, 96.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA KEBUENA 95.5 (Colima) - 95.5 FM - XHCMM-FM - 95.5 FM - Luna Medios - Coalcomán, Michoacán | 95.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA PODEROSA 93.1 (Tuxpan) - 93.1 FM - XHCRA-FM - Radiorama Tuxpan - Tuxpan, Veracruz | 93.1 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| VIDA AZUL 99.5 (Tuxpan) - 99.5 FM - XHTVR-FM - Radiorama - Tuxpan, Veracruz | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| AMOR ES 95.1 (Ciudad Guzmán) - 95.1 FM - XHBC-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Ciudad Guzmán, Jalisco | 95.1 fm, amor es | MP3 40 kbps | |
| Radio Moyo (Tecomán) - Online - Tecomán, CL | bailable, dance | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CONEXIÓN 98.1 (Colima) - 98.1 FM - XHIRC-FM - Instituto Colimense de Radio y Televisión - Colima, Colima | 98.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Colima - 99.7 FM - XHCOC-FM - JA Radio - Colima, Colima | 99.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Bestia Grupera (Tecomán) - 90.5 FM - XHECO-FM - Radiorama / Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Tecomán, Colima | 90.5 fm, banda | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Lokura FM Grupera Colima 104.5 FM | banda, banda norteña | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Latidos FM - Online - www.lunamedios.com - Luna Medios - Colima, Colima | colima, colima city | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mejor Colima - 92.5 FM - XHUU-FM - Radio Colima - Colima, CL | 92.5, 92.5 fm | UNKNOWN 250 kbps | |
| EXA FM 99.7 (Colima) - 99.7 FM - XHCOC-FM - JA Radio - Colima, Colima | 99.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| SUPER (Colima) - 98.9 FM - XHERL-FM - Radiorama - Colima, Colima | 98.9 fm, clásicos | MP3 96 kbps | |
| La Poderosa (Tuxpan) - 93.1 FM - XHCRA-FM - Radiorama Tuxpan - Tuxpan, Veracruz | 93.1 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| +Trónica FM (Sayula) - Online - www.tronica.fm - Sayula, Jalisco | américa, club dance | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in La Mesa (El Fresnito)
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa del arte | ||||
| Casa Taller Literario Juan José Arreola | ||||
| Museo "Silvestre Vargas" | ||||
| Museo de Estación | ||||
| Museo de las Culturas de Occidente Ciudad Guzmán, Jalisco |
Libraries in La Mesa (El Fresnito)
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca "Herminio Candelario" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Valentín Gómez Farías No. 1458 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Mesa (El Fresnito)
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Constitución | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cd. Guzmán (Zapotlán El Grande) | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Tuxpan Jalisco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Zapotiltic |
Breweries in La Mesa (El Fresnito)
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveza Colombo |
Stadiums & Teams in La Mesa (El Fresnito)
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Mesa (El Fresnito)
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport | CLQ | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo El Jabalí | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Elévate | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Joya Brun | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Tigrera | — | Small Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agricola La Tuxcana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calderitas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Capitán Piloto Aviador José Covarrubias Pérez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Petacal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Raya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laguna Seca Puerto Aereo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Blanca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gonzalez de Gorongoros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ocotlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Gabriel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Silva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zapotiltic - Tuxpan Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of La Mesa (El Fresnito)?
La Mesa (El Fresnito) has a population of 851 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 110 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Mesa (El Fresnito)?
La Mesa (El Fresnito) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches.
How is the job market in La Mesa (El Fresnito)?
The job market in La Mesa (El Fresnito) is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.
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