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Las Palmas, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Las Palmas is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 702. Elevation: 5,276 ft (1,608 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

702 Population 280/sq mi density
5,276 ft Elevation 1,608 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
17.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population702
Density280/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,276 ft (1,608 m)
Population702
Population Density280 / sq mi
Elevation5,276 ft (1,608 m)
Coordinates20.5622°, -102.4842°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation17.0 inches (433 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Palmas

Las Palmas is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 702. The city sits at an elevation of 5,276 feet (1,608 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: Las Palmas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Palmas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 17.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,276 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,276 ft (1,608 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates20.5622°N, 102.4842°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.0"
55% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.78"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

May 11, 2016 3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico M4.5 108 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 117 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 131 km
May 18, 2012 1 km NNW of San Cristóbal Zapotitlán, Mexico M4.2 100 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 109 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 60 km
Dec 12, 2001 0 km NNE of San Vicente, Mexico M4.2 128 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 33 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 131 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 108 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 117 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 100 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 130 km
Apr 28, 2008 17 km E of Jilotlán de los Dolores, Mexico M3.9 136 km
Jun 17, 2004 1 km NE of Acatlán de Juárez, Mexico M3.9 115 km
Sep 13, 2004 17 km N of Tazumbo, Mexico M3.9 125 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 89 km
Apr 2, 2003 1 km SSW of Tacátzcuaro, Mexico M3.9 94 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 107 km
Jul 6, 2004 4 km E of Otatlán, Mexico M3.8 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 2 221 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 272 km
2021 Rick Category 2 219 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 280 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 200 km
2011 Jova Category 2 267 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 279 km
1996 Alma Category 2 285 km
1996 Boris Category 1 209 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 273 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 293 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 235 km
1992 Virgil Category 2 253 km
1987 Eugene Category 2 289 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (110 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 110 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 166 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in
February 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
March 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 8.8 in Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 7.5 in
September 68°F (20°C) 5.1 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Las Palmas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 59°F in December to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.8") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Las Palmas

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Martires De Tacubaya
Narciso Mendoza
Ricardo Flores Magon
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 151
Ni�os Heroes
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Radio Stations near Las Palmas

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Candela (La Barca) - 104.7 FM - XHLB-FM - Cadena RASA - Jamay, Jalisco 104.7 fm, cadena rasa MP3
ARANDAS FM 107.3 (Arandas) - 107.3 FM - XHARDJ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Arandas, Jalisco 107.3 fm, américa MP3 40 kbps

Libraries in Las Palmas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
biblioteca el carmen0.0
Biblioteca Gonzalez Gallo0.0
Biblioteca Publica El Carmen0.0
José Ma. Morelos y Pavón0.0

Farmers Markets in Las Palmas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
El Mercadito
Mercado de Las Cuatro Esquinas
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal de Arandas

Stadiums & Teams in Las Palmas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Las Palmas

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo El TepozánSmall Airport
El Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Primo de Verdad y Ramos AirportLOMSmall Airport
Jaujilla - Zacapu Municipal AirportSmall Airport
La Piedad AirportSmall Airport
Los Cerritos AirportSmall Airport
Los Gonzalez AirportSmall Airport
Ocotlán AirportSmall Airport
Paco AirportSmall Airport
Pajacuaran AirportSmall Airport
Tepatitlan Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Zamora AirportZMMSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Las Palmas

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia La Purisima
Templo de María de Todos Los Ángeles

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 Palmas

What is the population of Las Palmas?

Las Palmas has a population of 702 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 280 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Palmas?

Las Palmas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.0 inches.

How is the job market in Las Palmas?

The job market in Las Palmas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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