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Matanzas, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Matanzas is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 1,196. Elevation: 7,247 ft (2,209 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

1,196 Population 3/sq mi density
7,247 ft Elevation 2,209 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
19.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,196
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation7,247 ft (2,209 m)
Population1,196
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation7,247 ft (2,209 m)
Coordinates21.6333°, -101.6553°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation19.2 inches (488 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Matanzas

Matanzas is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 1,196. The city sits at an elevation of 7,247 feet (2,209 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Matanzas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Matanzas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 301 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 19.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,247 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,247 ft (2,209 m)
Area465.0 sq mi (1,204.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates21.6333°N, 101.6553°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.2"
49% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.41"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 27, 2006.

Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (199 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 67°F (20°C) 3.1 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.4 in Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in

Matanzas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 53°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and March the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Matanzas

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Francisco I Madero
Ignacio Herrera Y Cairo
Jose Becerra
Pedro Moreno
Benito Juarez Garcia
5 De Mayo
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Radio Stations near Matanzas

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
MATCH 97.5 (León) - 97.5 FM - XHPQ-FM - Grupo ACIR - León, Guanajuato 97.5 fm, aac+ AAC+ 56 kbps
EXA FM 104.1 (León) - 104.1 FM - XHMD-FM - MVS Radio - León, Guanajuato 104.1 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
ARROBA FM 99.3 (León) - 99.3 FM - XHSD-FM - Radiorama Bajío - León, Guanajuato 1530 am, 99.3 fm MP3
BLU FM 92.3 (León) - 92.3 FM - XHOI-FM - Promomedios - León, Guanajuato 92.3 fm, américa AAC+ 128 kbps
RADAR 88.9 (León) - 88.9 FM - XHXV-FM - Grupo Radar - León, Guanajuato 88.9 fm, contemporary hits radio MP3 128 kbps
EXTASIS DIGITAL 95.9 (León) - 95.9 FM - XHGTO-FM - Radiorama Bajío - León, Guanajuato 590 am, 70s MP3
@FM (León) - 1530 AM - XESD-AM - Radiorama - León, Guanajuato 1530 am, 99.3 fm MP3

Farmers Markets in Matanzas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Matanzas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Matanzas

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aguascalientes International AirportAGULarge Airport
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Ponciano Arriaga International AirportSLPMedium Airport
Aeródromo del Fraccionamento Vergel de la SierraSmall Airport
Aeródromo del Rancho Medio SitioSmall Airport
Aeródromo El TepozánSmall Airport
Francisco Primo de Verdad y Ramos AirportLOMSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Rosa AirstripSmall 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 Matanzas

What is the population of Matanzas?

Matanzas has a population of 1,196 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 465.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Matanzas?

Matanzas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.2 inches.

How is the job market in Matanzas?

The job market in Matanzas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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