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Margaritas, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Margaritas is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 2,108. Elevation: 5,079 ft (1,548 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,108 Population 840/sq mi density
5,079 ft Elevation 1,548 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
17.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Margaritas

Margaritas

Margaritas is a Mexican restaurant chain in New England. Founded by John Pelletier in 1985 in Concord, NH. His first venture opened as Tio Juan's. With partner Stan Bagley, he opened the first Tio Juan's Mexican Restaurant in Orono, ME. Shortly after, his brother Dave joined the venture. Since then, the company has grown to 18 corporate locations across New England, and new franchise stores opening in the Mid Atlantic, like locations in Tom's River, NJ and Lansdale, PA. The company is the most prominent TexMex casual dining experience in New England.

People

Population2,108
Density840/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)
Population2,108
Population Density840 / sq mi
Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)
Coordinates20.4531°, -102.4742°
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 Margaritas

Margaritas is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 2,108. The city sits at an elevation of 5,079 feet (1,548 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 67 business establishments.

Income: Margaritas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Margaritas 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 5,079 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

Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density840/sq mi
Coordinates20.4531°N, 102.4742°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.0"
55% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.31"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 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 M5.3 145 km
May 11, 2016 3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico M4.5 112 km
Apr 16, 2025 5 km N of La Higuera, Mexico M4.5 146 km
Mar 15, 2023 2 km SSE of Santa Ana Zirosto, Mexico M4.4 105 km
Aug 28, 1991 14 km NNW of Tazumbo, Mexico M4.3 119 km
Mar 15, 2023 4 km NW of San Francisco Peribán, Mexico M4.2 97 km
Apr 2, 2011 Michoacan, Mexico M4.2 142 km
Oct 13, 2003 9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.2 54 km
Dec 12, 2001 0 km NNE of San Vicente, Mexico M4.2 120 km
May 18, 2012 1 km NNW of San Cristóbal Zapotitlán, Mexico M4.2 97 km
Jul 8, 2004 4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico M4.1 31 km
Mar 15, 2023 Michoacan, Mexico M4.1 96 km
Sep 4, 2002 2 km SSW of Zipiajo, Mexico M4.1 122 km
Feb 20, 2005 5 km S of Pomacuarán, Mexico M4.1 105 km
Apr 28, 2003 19 km WSW of Jilotlán de los Dolores, Mexico M4.0 147 km
Nov 19, 2000 6 km N of Uruapan, Mexico M4.0 118 km
May 19, 2006 4 km NNW of Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Mexico M4.0 142 km
Apr 7, 2003 7 km WSW of Tocumbo, Mexico M4.0 88 km
May 9, 2005 6 km WSW of Los Olivos, Mexico M3.9 149 km
Apr 7, 2003 1 km E of Los Limones, Mexico M3.9 95 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 2 223 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 262 km
2021 Rick Category 2 207 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 275 km
2015 Patricia Category 5 201 km
2011 Jova Category 2 266 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 270 km
1996 Alma Category 2 273 km
1996 Boris Category 1 197 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 264 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 289 km
1992 Winifred Category 3 228 km
1992 Virgil Category 2 243 km
1987 Eugene Category 2 287 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (101 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 101 km
Colima Stratovolcano(es) 3,850 m (12,631 ft) 2019 159 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 Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
March 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
May 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 74°F (24°C) 6.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 8.3 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 7.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
December 62°F (16°C) 0.2 in

Margaritas has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.3") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Margaritas

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Emiliano Zapata
Isidro Castillo Perez
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 35
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Radio Stations near Margaritas

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Catedral de la Música 91.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
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
LOS 40 MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.1 (Zamora) - 98.1 FM - XHPZAM-FM - Grupo Rey - Zamora, Michoacán 98.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Margaritas

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

Farmers Markets in Margaritas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
El Mercadito
Mercado de Las Cuatro Esquinas
Mercado Hidalgo
Mercado Municipal La Barca

Stadiums & Teams in Margaritas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Margaritas

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo El TepozánSmall Airport
El Loreto AirportSmall 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

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 Margaritas

What is the population of Margaritas?

Margaritas has a population of 2,108 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 840 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Margaritas?

Margaritas 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 Margaritas?

The job market in Margaritas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 67 business establishments in the area.

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