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Los Volcanes, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Los Volcanes is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 956. Elevation: 4,974 ft (1,516 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

956 Population 1,242/sq mi density
4,974 ft Elevation 1,516 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
48.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population956
Density1,242/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation4,974 ft (1,516 m)
Population956
Population Density1,242 / sq mi
Elevation4,974 ft (1,516 m)
Coordinates20.3251°, -104.5392°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation48.1 inches (1,221 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Los Volcanes

Los Volcanes is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 956. The city sits at an elevation of 4,974 feet (1,516 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 31 business establishments.

Income: Los Volcanes vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)31

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Los Volcanes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,974 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,974 ft (1,516 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,242/sq mi
Coordinates20.3251°N, 104.5392°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.1"
27% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.18"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

130 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Jan 6, 2025.

Oct 9, 1995 1995 Colima-Jalisco, Mexico Earthquake M8.0 146 km
Sep 8, 2023 5 km NNW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.8 109 km
Sep 8, 2023 12 km W of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.6 119 km
Oct 18, 1995 16 km S of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.5 129 km
Mar 7, 2000 7 km ENE of Jalipa, Mexico M5.4 136 km
Feb 17, 2003 17 km SW of Barra de Navidad, Mexico M5.3 141 km
May 9, 1996 13 km SSW of Manzanillo, Mexico M5.3 147 km
Nov 5, 2002 0 km E of La Manzanilla, Mexico M5.3 119 km
Dec 12, 2009 21 km SW of La Manzanilla, Mexico M5.2 137 km
Dec 8, 2009 15 km WSW of La Manzanilla, Mexico M5.1 131 km
Mar 20, 2010 15 km S of La Cruz de Loreto, Mexico M5.0 109 km
Dec 8, 2009 12 km W of La Manzanilla, Mexico M5.0 124 km
Oct 16, 1995 14 km SW of La Central, Mexico M5.0 144 km
Feb 9, 2024 25 km SW of La Cruz de Loreto, Mexico M4.9 127 km
Dec 25, 2009 7 km SSW of La Manzanilla, Mexico M4.8 126 km
Jan 6, 2025 26 km SSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.7 140 km
Sep 28, 1996 1 km W of Tonila, Mexico M4.7 145 km
Apr 15, 1997 1 km W of Manzanillo, Mexico M4.7 136 km
Dec 14, 1999 15 km WSW of La Manzanilla, Mexico M4.7 127 km
Oct 9, 1995 18 km SSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.7 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 42 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 232 km
2022 Roslyn Category 4 180 km
2022 Orlene Category 4 241 km
2021 Nora Category 1 95 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 173 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 117 km
2018 Willa Category 5 271 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 24 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 236 km
2013 Erick Category 1 209 km
2012 Bud Category 2 188 km
2011 Jova Category 2 54 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 170 km
2009 Andres Category 1 216 km
2006 Lane Category 3 183 km
2006 John Category 3 191 km
2002 Kenna Category 5 170 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 211 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 159 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.9 m (46 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1818 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 13.9 m 2,000 150 km
1995 S. MEXICO Earthquake 11.0 m 50 146 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 75 122 km
1932 CENTRAL MEXICO Earthquake 10.0 m 400 102 km
1900 MEXICO Earthquake 60 km
1900 MEXICO Earthquake 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mascota Volcanic Field (45 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mascota Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,560 m (8,399 ft) Unknown 45 km
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 89 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 132 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
March 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in
April 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 7.8 in Warmest
July 65°F (19°C) 11.2 in Wettest
August 65°F (19°C) 10.4 in
September 65°F (18°C) 9.5 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in

Los Volcanes has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 55°F in January to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 48.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.2") and April the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Los Volcanes

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Amado Nervo
A�Lvaro Obregon
Benito Juarez
Francisco I Madero
Ignacio Ramirez
Ignacio Zaragoza
Juan Escutia
Emiliano Zapata
Idolina Gaona De Cosio
Moises Saenz
Ocote Chino
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Radio Stations near Los Volcanes

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GDL 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco 105.5 fm, ameca MP3
RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GUADALAJARA 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco 105.5 fm, ameca MP3

Museums in Los Volcanes

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Archeológico
Museo de Raicilla
Museo Raul Rodriguez

Airports Near Los Volcanes

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Puerto Vallarta International AirportPVRLarge Airport
Agricola La Tuxcana AirportSmall Airport
Autlán AirportSmall Airport
Cap. Jorge García Lopez AirportSmall Airport
Costalegre AirportSmall Airport
Cuautla AirportSmall Airport
El Petacal AirportSmall Airport
General Gonzalo Curiel García - Mascota National AirportSmall Airport
La Colonia AirportSmall Airport
Las Alamandas AirportSmall Airport
Pacana AirportSmall Airport
San Gabriel AirportSmall Airport
San Sebastián AirportSmall Airport
Trinidad Ramos Valdez AirportSmall Airport
Valle de Banderas AirportSmall Airport
Vientos de la Vega AirportSmall 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 Los Volcanes

What is the population of Los Volcanes?

Los Volcanes has a population of 956 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1,242 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Los Volcanes?

Los Volcanes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.1 inches.

How is the job market in Los Volcanes?

The job market in Los Volcanes is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 31 business establishments in the area.

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