La Sauceda, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

La Sauceda is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 1,255. Elevation: 4,183 ft (1,275 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,255 Population 650/sq mi density

4,183 ft Elevation 1,275 meters

68°F Avg Temperature 20°C

31.0 in Annual Rain

America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,255

Density650/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)

Rain31.0 in/yr

Sunny Days280/yr

Elevation4,183 ft (1,275 m)

Population	1,255
Population Density	650 / sq mi
Elevation	4,183 ft (1,275 m)
Coordinates	20.4525°, -103.8068°
Timezone	America/Mexico_City
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	Jalisco
Average Temperature	68°F (20°C)
January Average	61°F (16°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation	31.0 inches (787 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Sauceda

La Sauceda is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 1,255. The city sits at an elevation of 4,183 feet (1,275 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 40 business establishments.

Income: La Sauceda vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.0%
	72% below Mexico avg

Establishments (County)	40

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Sauceda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 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 31.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,183 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	68.3°F
	26% above Mexico avg
January Average	61°F (16°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	4,183 ft (1,275 m)
Area	1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density	650/sq mi
Coordinates	20.4525°N, 103.8068°W
Timezone	America/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.0"

18% below Mexico avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Jul) 7.80"

Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.5 on Apr 16, 2025.

Sep 29, 1992	8 km SSE of Tecalitlán, Mexico	M5.3	129 km
Sep 28, 1996	1 km W of Tonila, Mexico	M4.7	117 km
Mar 5, 1998	12 km ESE of Guachinango, Mexico	M4.6	50 km
May 30, 2005	7 km NNE of Cofradía de Suchitlán, Mexico	M4.5	110 km
May 11, 2016	3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico	M4.5	46 km
Apr 16, 2025	5 km N of La Higuera, Mexico	M4.5	117 km
Jun 24, 1994	10 km NW of Pueblo Juárez (La Magdalena), Mexico	M4.4	138 km
Jan 11, 2011	2 km NE of Comala, Mexico	M4.3	123 km
Apr 29, 2017	11 km SW of Minatitlán, Mexico	M4.3	133 km
Oct 13, 2003	9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico	M4.2	95 km
Dec 12, 2001	0 km NNE of San Vicente, Mexico	M4.2	106 km
Sep 17, 2002	4 km NE of Pueblo Juárez (La Magdalena), Mexico	M4.2	141 km
Oct 25, 1992	1 km WSW of Tolimán, Mexico	M4.2	96 km
Aug 1, 1994	5 km NNE of Los Tepames, Mexico	M4.2	147 km
Jun 5, 2005	2 km NNE of Cofradía, Mexico	M4.2	114 km
May 29, 2000	9 km NW of Purificación, Mexico	M4.2	118 km
Jun 20, 2007	10 km NW of Las Juntas, Mexico	M4.2	148 km
Apr 15, 1999	21 km WSW of Purificación, Mexico	M4.2	136 km
May 18, 2012	1 km NNW of San Cristóbal Zapotitlán, Mexico	M4.2	51 km
Apr 2, 1998	7 km N of Minatitlán, Mexico	M4.1	114 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

26 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2023	Lidia	Category 4	87 km
2023	Beatriz	Category 1	229 km
2022	Roslyn	Category 4	243 km
2021	Rick	Category 2	260 km
2021	Nora	Category 1	167 km
2021	Enrique	Category 1	248 km
2019	Lorena	Category 1	165 km
2015	Patricia	Category 5	62 km
2015	Carlos	Category 1	261 km
2013	Erick	Category 1	268 km
2012	Bud	Category 2	247 km
2011	Jova	Category 2	131 km
2011	Beatriz	Category 1	194 km
2009	Andres	Category 1	251 km
2006	John	Category 3	264 km
2006	Lane	Category 2	260 km
2002	Kenna	Category 4	216 km
1998	Madeline	Category 1	283 km
1996	Hernan	Category 1	191 km
1996	Boris	Category 1	258 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1932	CENTRAL MEXICO	Earthquake	10.0 m	75	148 km
1932	CENTRAL MEXICO	Earthquake	10.0 m	400	93 km
1900	MEXICO	Earthquake	—	—	134 km
1900	MEXICO	Earthquake	—	—	134 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (104 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Ceboruco	Stratovolcano	2,280 m (7,480 ft)	1875	104 km
Colima	Stratovolcano(es)	3,850 m (12,631 ft)	2019	106 km
Mascota Volcanic Field	Pyroclastic cone(s)	2,560 m (8,399 ft)	Unknown	108 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	61°F (16°C)	0.7 in	Coldest
February	63°F (17°C)	0.3 in
March	67°F (19°C)	0.2 in	Driest
April	71°F (22°C)	0.2 in
May	74°F (24°C)	1.0 in
June	74°F (24°C)	6.1 in	Warmest
July	71°F (22°C)	7.8 in	Wettest
August	71°F (22°C)	6.5 in
September	71°F (22°C)	5.4 in
October	69°F (21°C)	1.9 in
November	65°F (18°C)	0.6 in
December	62°F (17°C)	0.4 in

La Sauceda has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 61°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in La Sauceda

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Caritina Anaya Carrion	—	—	—	—
Francisco Villa	—	—	—	—
Gregorio Torres Quintero	—	—	—	—
J Jesus Gonza Lez Gallo	—	—	—	—
Josefa Ortiz De Dominguez	—	—	—	—
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 27	—	—	—	—
Heriberto Jara	—	—	—	—
Secundaria Tecnica 164	—	—	—	—
Escuela Secundaria Técnica 164	—	—	—	—

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Radio Stations near La Sauceda

51 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
FIESTA MEXICANA 92.3 (GDL) - 92.3 FM - XHBIO-FM - Grupo Promomedios - Guadalajara, Jalisco	92.3 fm, américa	AAC+ 56 kbps
Radio Metrópoli – XEAD-AM	entrevistas, news	MP3 64 kbps
MATCH 90.3 (GDL) - 90.3 FM - XHEMIA-FM - Grupo ACIR - Guadalajara, Jalisco	90.3 fm, acir	AAC+ 56 kbps
92.3 Fiesta Mexicana (GDL) - 92.3 FM - XHBIO-FM - Grupo Promomedios - Guadalajara, Jalisco	92.3 fm, américa	AAC+ 56 kbps
FIESTA MEXICANA 92.3 (GDL) - 92.3 FM - XHBIO-FM - Grupo Promomedios - Guadalajara, Jalisco	92.3 fm, américa	AAC+ 128 kbps
LA TAPATIA 103.5 (GDL) - 103.5 FM - XHRX-FM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco	103.5 fm, américa	MP3
City Pop Guadalajara	citypop, kpop	MP3
Cumbia - La Musica Que Nos Gusta	cumbia, tropical	AAC
Zona Tres (Guadalajara) - 91.5 FM - XHGEO-FM - Grupo Promomedios - Guadalajara, Jalisco	91.5 fm, américa	AAC+ 128 kbps
Retro 107.5 (GDL) - 107.5 FM - XHVOZ-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Guadalajara, Jalisco	107.5 fm, américa	MP3 128 kbps
+2ToneRoom Radio (GDL) - Online - www.2toneroom.net - Guadalajara, Jalisco	américa, entretenimiento	MP3 128 kbps
LA KEBUENA 97.1 (GDL) - 97.1 FM - XEBA-FM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, Jalisco	97.1 fm, américa	AAC+ 56 kbps
Globo 98.7 (Guadalajara) - 98.7 FM - XHLC-FM - MVS Radio - Guadalajara, Jalisco	98.7 fm, adult contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
XEDK -1250 AM	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
RADIO METRÓPOLI 1150 (GDL) - 1150 AM - XEAD-AM - Grupo Unidifusión - Guadalajara, Jalisco	1150 am, am	MP3 64 kbps
Internet Public Radio	artist, arts	MP3 256 kbps
EXTASIS DIGITAL 105.9 (GDL) - 105.9 FM - XHQJ-FM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco	105.9 fm, 1970s	MP3
Los 40 (Guadalajara) - 102.7 FM - XEHL-FM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, Jalisco	—	AAC+ 56 kbps
LA COYOTERA 102.3 (GDL) - 102.3 FM - XHSCDQ-FM - Comunica-Acción y Cultura del Occidente de México, A.C. - Guadalajara, Jalisco	102.3 fm, américa	AAC+ 128 kbps
LA Q 820 (GDL) - 820 AM - XEBA-AM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Guadalajara, Jalisco	820 am, am	MP3 128 kbps
1310 Radio Vital (GDL) - 1310 AM - XETIA-AM - Grupo Unidifusión - Guadalajara, Jalisco	1310 am, am	MP3 64 kbps
RADIO MUJER 92.7 (GDL) - 92.7 FM - XHEAAA-FM - Grupo Promomedios Radio - Guadalajara, Jalisco	92.7 fm, américa	AAC+ 128 kbps
1150 Radio Metrópoli (GDL) - 1150 AM - XEAD-AM - Grupo Unidifusión - Guadalajara, Jalisco	1150 am, am	MP3 64 kbps
millenium bella musica	classical	AAC+ 128 kbps
KY 94.7 (GDL) - 94.7 FM - XHDK-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Guadalajara, Jalisco	94.7 fm, américa	MP3 64 kbps
ARROBA FM 88.7 (GDL) - 88.7 FM - XHGDL-FM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco	88.7 fm, @fm	MP3
Radio Gallito Guadalajara Jalisco	—	MP3 128 kbps
W DEPORTES 1010 (GDL) - 1010 AM - XEHL-AM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Guadalajara, Jalisco	1010 am, am	MP3 128 kbps
AMOR 93.1 (GDL) - 93.1 FM - XHPI-FM - Grupo ACIR - Guadalajara, Jalisco	93.1 fm, acir	AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Mujer 92.7	family, latin	AAC+ 128 kbps
92.3FM Fiesta Méxicana	—	AAC+ 128 kbps
EXA FM 101.1 (GDL) - 101.1 FM - XHMA-FM - MVS Radio - Guadalajara, Jalisco	101.1 fm, américa	AAC+ 48 kbps
VOX FM Radio Hits 95.9 (GDL) - 95.9 FM - XHABCJ-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Guadalajara, Jalisco	95.9 fm, américa	MP3 160 kbps
MAGIA DIGITAL 89.9 (GDL) - 89.9 FM - XHRA-FM - MegaRadio - Guadalajara, Jalisco	89.9 fm, américa	MP3
ZONA TRES 91.5 (GDL) - 91.5 FM - XHGEO-FM - Grupo Promomedios - Guadalajara, Jalisco	91.5 fm, américa	AAC+ 128 kbps
UNIVERSAL Guadalajara - 700 AM - XEDKR-AM - Grupo Radio Centro - Guadalajara, JC	700, 700 am	AAC+ 32 kbps
W RADIO 101.5 (GDL) - 101.5 FM - XHWK-FM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, Jalisco	101.5 fm, américa	AAC+ 128 kbps
RADIO CAÑÓN 580 (GDL) - 580 AM - XEAV-AM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Guadalajara, Jalisco	580 am, am	MP3 128 kbps
VALLES DIGITAL RADIO 1210 (El Arenal) - 1210 AM - XECSAC-AM - El Arenal, Jalisco	1210 am, am	MP3 64 kbps
LA BUENA ONDA 101.9 (GDL) - 101.9 FM - XEAD-FM - Grupo Unidifusión - Guadalajara, Jalisco	101.9 fm, américa	MP3 64 kbps
RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GDL 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco	105.5 fm, ameca	MP3
Radio Mujer 92.7 FM (Guadalajara) - 92.7 FM - XHEAAA-FM - Grupo Promomedios Radio - Guadalajara, Jalisco	—	AAC+ 128 kbps
RADIO VITAL 1310 (Guadalajara) - 1310 AM - XETIA-AM - Grupo Unidifusión - Guadalajara, Jalisco	1310 am, am	MP3 64 kbps
XEHK 960 (GDL) - 960 AM - XEHK-AM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco	960 am, am	MP3
Radio REAL - Radio fuera de la radio	preguntale a gonzalo	MP3 320 kbps
+Somos + Radio (GDL) - Online - www.somosmasradio.com - Somos+Radio - Guadalajara, Jalisco	américa, entretenimiento	MP3 128 kbps
DK 1250 (GDL) - 1250 AM - XEDK-AM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco	1250 am, am	AAC+ 64 kbps
LOS40 102.7 (GDL) - 102.7 FM - XEHL-FM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, Jalisco	102.7 fm, américa	AAC+ 56 kbps
FORMULA MELÓDICA 97.9 (GDL) - 97.9 FM - XETIA-FM - Grupo Unidifusión - Guadalajara, Jalisco	97.9 fm, américa	MP3 64 kbps
RADIO GALLITO 760 (GDL) - 760 AM - XEZZ-AM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, Jalisco	760 am, am	AAC+ 56 kbps
RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GUADALAJARA 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco	105.5 fm, ameca	MP3

Museums in La Sauceda

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura de Teuchitlán
Museo De Guachimontones

Libraries in La Sauceda

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Biblioteca infantil.		0.0
Biblioteca Municipal		0.0
BIBLIOTECA PROFESOR GABBRIEL BARRETO VISCAINO		0.0
BIBLIOTECA PUBLICA		0.0
Biblioteca Publica #2		0.0
Bilioteca CUVALLES		0.0
Ex Hospital Hilarión Romero		0.0

Farmers Markets in La Sauceda

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Mercado Ahualulco de mercado
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Teuchitlán
Mercado Municipal de Zacoalco de Torres
Mercado Sebastian Allende

Restaurants in La Sauceda

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

LONCHERIA GARDENIA

RESTAURANTE AQUI ES COLIMA

TORTAS AHOGADAS EL TAPATIO

Monuments in La Sauceda

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arcos

Arcos Bienvenidos A Cofradia De La Luz

Gas Stations in La Sauceda

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #2607463315

Breweries in La Sauceda

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
cerveceria betitos

Stadiums & Teams in La Sauceda

Team	League	Division

Airports Near La Sauceda

11 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Guadalajara International Airport	GDL	Large Airport
Agricola La Tuxcana Airport	—	Small Airport
Autlán Airport	—	Small Airport
Cap. Jorge García Lopez Airport	—	Small Airport
Capitán Piloto Aviador José Covarrubias Pérez Airport	—	Small Airport
Cuautla Airport	—	Small Airport
Laguna Seca Puerto Aereo Airport	—	Small Airport
Pacana Airport	—	Small Airport
Paco Airport	—	Small Airport
Vientos de la Vega Airport	—	Small Airport
Zapopan Air Force Base	—	Small 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 La Sauceda

What is the population of La Sauceda?

La Sauceda has a population of 1,255 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 650 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Sauceda?

La Sauceda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches.

How is the job market in La Sauceda?

The job market in La Sauceda is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 40 business establishments in the area.

Nearby Cities

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