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La Peñita de Jaltomba, Mexico
Nayarit · Mexico
La Peñita de Jaltomba is a small city in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 9,102. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 9,102 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.0388°, -105.2479° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.6 inches (1,412 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Peñita de Jaltomba
La Peñita de Jaltomba is a small city in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 9,102. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: La Peñita de Jaltomba vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 291 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.8°F |
| 42% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 878.1 sq mi (2,274.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.0388°N, 105.2479°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 118 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 118 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mascota Volcanic Field (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 77 km |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 12.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 14.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.9 in |
La Peñita de Jaltomba has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 71°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.4") and April the driest (0.1").
Schools in La Peñita de Jaltomba
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Flores Gongora | — | — | — | — |
| Plan de Ayala - Secondaria | — | — | — | — |
| Justo Sierra | — | — | — | — |
| Juan Escutia | — | — | — | — |
| Hombres Ilustres | — | — | — | — |
| Jose Cruz Guardado Bautista - Primaria | — | — | — | — |
| Sebastian Lerdo de Tejada | — | — | — | — |
| Plan de Ayala | — | — | — | — |
| Plan de Ayala | — | — | — | — |
| Memorias del 68 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio David Alfaro Siqueiros | — | — | — | — |
| Lázaro Cárdenas del Río | — | — | — | — |
| Justo Sierra | — | — | — | — |
| Juan Escutia | — | — | — | — |
| Jose Vasconcelos | — | — | — | — |
| J. Cruz Guardado Bautista | — | — | — | — |
| Hombres Ilustres Nayaritas | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Terivarica Pe�Ita | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Terivarica Pe�Ita | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio David Alfaro Siqueiros | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Peñita de Jaltomba
13 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 | |
| @FM (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 100.3 (Tepic) - 100.3 FM - XHTNY-FM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 100.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| 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 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 550 (Tepic) - 550 AM - XEGNAY-AM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 550 am, am | MP3 | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, Nayarit | 104.9 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, NA | 104.9, 104.9 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 98.5 (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Love FM (Tepic) - 96.1 FM - XHEOO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Tepic, Nayarit | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 48 kbps |
Museums in La Peñita de Jaltomba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evoke The Spirit |
Farmers Markets in La Peñita de Jaltomba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hippie Market | |||||
| Hippie Market | |||||
| Mercado del Pueblo | |||||
| Produce Market | |||||
| Produce Market |
Cafes in La Peñita de Jaltomba
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in La Peñita de Jaltomba
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in La Peñita de Jaltomba
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Peñita de Jaltomba
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Peñita de Jaltomba
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Peñita de Jaltomba
12 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 |
| Higuera Gorda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Pochoteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Bugambilias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Varas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Sebastián Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trinidad Ramos Valdez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Banderas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Peñita de Jaltomba
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Main Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Peñita de Jaltomba
What is the population of La Peñita de Jaltomba?
La Peñita de Jaltomba has a population of 9,102 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 878.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Peñita de Jaltomba?
La Peñita de Jaltomba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches.
How is the job market in La Peñita de Jaltomba?
The job market in La Peñita de Jaltomba is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 291 business establishments in the area.