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Las Pilas de Puruagua, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Las Pilas de Puruagua is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 535. Elevation: 6,801 ft (2,073 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

535 Population 7/sq mi density
6,801 ft Elevation 2,073 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
18.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population535
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation6,801 ft (2,073 m)
Population535
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation6,801 ft (2,073 m)
Coordinates20.0361°, -100.4319°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (467 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Pilas de Puruagua

Las Pilas de Puruagua is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 535. The city sits at an elevation of 6,801 feet (2,073 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Las Pilas de Puruagua vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Pilas de Puruagua enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,801 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,801 ft (2,073 m)
Area72.0 sq mi (186.4 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates20.0361°N, 100.4319°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.72"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

52 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 81 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 43 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 59 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 121 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 121 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 132 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 149 km
Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 143 km
Mar 2, 2008 1 km NNW of Camémbaro, Mexico M3.9 66 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 63 km
Oct 7, 1999 4 km SSE of Queréndaro, Mexico M3.8 55 km
Jul 5, 2002 5 km NNE of San Pedro Tenayac, Mexico M3.8 109 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 132 km
Jun 16, 2005 5 km ENE of San Andrés Ocotepec, Mexico M3.7 132 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 50 km
Jun 4, 2000 0 km ESE of Tepetongo, Mexico M3.7 35 km
Feb 6, 2008 1 km NW of Concepción la Venta, Mexico M3.7 47 km
Jan 9, 2001 2 km NE of Macho de Agua, Mexico M3.7 68 km
May 28, 2008 2 km NE of Rincón de Curungueo, Mexico M3.7 61 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Otis (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Otis Category 2 260 km
2021 Rick Category 2 253 km
2021 Grace Category 1 290 km
1996 Boris Category 1 238 km
1993 Gert Category 1 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (73 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 73 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 125 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 139 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 173 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
February 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in
March 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
May 65°F (19°C) 1.8 in
June 65°F (18°C) 5.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 62°F (17°C) 7.3 in
September 62°F (17°C) 5.6 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Las Pilas de Puruagua has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 55°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.7") and March the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Las Pilas de Puruagua

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOLLOCKS Rock & Metal Radio classic rock, heavy metal MP3 80 kbps
FIESTA MEXICANA 92.9 (Salvatierra) - 92.9 FM - XHFAC-FM - Radiorama Bajío - Salvatierra, Guanajuato 92.9 fm, entretenimiento MP3
Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
STEREO CRISTAL 96.7 (Celaya) - 96.7 FM - XHY-FM - Grupo Radar - Celaya, Guanajuato 96.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
EL Y ELLA 103.7 (Celaya) - 103.7 FM - XHCEL-FM - Corporación Bajío Comunicaciones - Celaya, Guanajuato 103.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM - MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 90.5 (Acámbaro) - 90.5 FM - XHVW-FM - Organización Radiofónica de Acámbaro - Acámbaro, Guanajuato 90.5 fm, acámbaro AAC+ 64 kbps
EXA FM 99.1 (San Juan del Río) - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1 fm, américa MP3 160 kbps
La Z 102.5 (US) chirstian MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM San Juan del Río - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1, 99.1 fm MP3 160 kbps
La Z 107.1 (US) regional mexican AAC+ 32 kbps
ARROBA FM 99.5 (Celaya) - 99.5 FM - XHAF-FM - Radiorama Celaya - Celaya, Guanajuato - MP3
EXA FM 104.5 (Celaya) - 104.5 FM - XHZN-FM - TVR Comunicaciones - Celaya, Guanajuato 104.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Libraries in Las Pilas de Puruagua

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Las Pilas de Puruagua

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado 8 de Diciembre
Mercado Municipal San Juan

Stadiums & Teams in Las Pilas de Puruagua

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Airports Near Las Pilas de Puruagua

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Francisco J. Mujica International AirportMLMLarge Airport
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Cadereyta Airport-Small Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade Airport-Small Airport
Quinta Palos Airport-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 Las Pilas de Puruagua

What is the population of Las Pilas de Puruagua?

Las Pilas de Puruagua has a population of 535 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 72.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Pilas de Puruagua?

Las Pilas de Puruagua enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.

How is the job market in Las Pilas de Puruagua?

The job market in Las Pilas de Puruagua is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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