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Las Cañas, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Las Cañas is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 1,093. Elevation: 5,840 ft (1,780 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,093 Population 21/sq mi density
5,840 ft Elevation 1,780 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
13.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,093
Density21/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation5,840 ft (1,780 m)
Population1,093
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation5,840 ft (1,780 m)
Coordinates20.2959°, -101.4182°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation13.0 inches (330 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Cañas

Las Cañas is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 1,093. The city sits at an elevation of 5,840 feet (1,780 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments.

Income: Las Cañas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Cañas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 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 13.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,840 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,840 ft (1,780 m)
Area51.3 sq mi (132.8 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates20.2959°N, 101.4182°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.0"
66% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.89"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 15, 2023.

Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 133 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 128 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 132 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 142 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 69 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 141 km
Dec 18, 2001 7 km NE of La Huacana, Mexico M4.1 147 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 132 km
Jan 28, 2011 3 km SSE of Lombardía, Mexico M4.1 145 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 60 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 108 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 141 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 115 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 45 km
Dec 18, 2001 5 km NNW of La Huacana, Mexico M3.9 149 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 143 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 142 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 139 km
Apr 2, 2003 1 km SSW of Tacátzcuaro, Mexico M3.9 134 km
Oct 7, 1999 4 km SSE of Queréndaro, Mexico M3.8 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Rick (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Rick Category 2 210 km
1996 Alma Category 2 275 km
1996 Boris Category 1 196 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (61 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 61 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 158 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
February 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
May 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.9 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 6.4 in
September 65°F (19°C) 4.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Las Cañas has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 58°F in December to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Las Cañas

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO LOBO 106.3 (Irapuato) - 106.3 FM - XHITO-FM - Grupo Radar - Irapuato, Guanajuato 106.3 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
LA PERRONA 92.5 (Irapuato) - 92.5 FM - XHSAG-FM - Grupo El Salmantino - Irapuato, Guanajuato 92.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 107.9 (Irapuato) - 107.9 FM - XHWE-FM - Radio Grupo Antonio Contreras - Irapuato, Guanajuato 107.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
radio alegria moroleon MP3 96 kbps
Love - 90.1 FM [Chihuahua, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 96 kbps
EXA FM 93.5 (Irapuato) - 93.5 FM - XHNY-FM - Irapuato, Guanajuato 93.5 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps
RADAR 94.3 (Irapuato) - 94.3 FM - XHJTA-FM - Grupo Radar - Irapuato, Guanajuato 94.3 fm, contemporary hits radio AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Las Cañas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CASA DE MIGUEL HIDALGO
Museo Hidalgo

Libraries in Las Cañas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Jaime Torres Bodet0.0
Biblioteca Pública La Joyita0.0
CEDE Pueblo Nuevo0.0

Farmers Markets in Las Cañas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Oxxo

Airports Near Las Cañas

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeródromo de Campo Cortés-Small Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de Allende-Small Airport
Aeródromo del Rancho Medio Sitio-Small Airport
Aeródromo El Tepozán-Small Airport
Aeródromo Sofía-Small Airport
Estación Aérea Nº6 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Campo Militar 16-A Irapuato)-Small Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal Airport-Small Airport
La Piedad Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Las Cañas

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CAISES Abasolo
Centro Gerentologico
IMSS
ISSSTE

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 Las Cañas

What is the population of Las Cañas?

Las Cañas has a population of 1,093 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 51.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Cañas?

Las Cañas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches.

How is the job market in Las Cañas?

The job market in Las Cañas is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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