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Mezcales, Mexico
Nayarit · Mexico
Mezcales is a small city in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 20,092. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 20,092 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.7307°, -105.2826° |
| Timezone | America/Bahia_Banderas |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,138 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mezcales
Mezcales is a small city in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 20,092. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bahia_Banderas.
Income: Mezcales vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 643 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Mezcales
Mezcales has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (25.5°C), the coldest is Jan (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 1422 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.0°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 582.0 sq mi (1,507.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.7307°N, 105.2826°W |
| Timezone | America/Bahia_Banderas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 86 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 86 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mascota Volcanic Field (49 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 92 km |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 9.9 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in |
Mezcales has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and April the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Mezcales
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telepreparatoria Punta de Mita | College | — | — |
Schools in Mezcales
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cologio | — | — | — | — |
| Adolfo Lopez Mateos | — | — | — | — |
| Benito Jua�Rez | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Atencion Multiple Num. 12 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Benito Jua�Rez | — | — | — | — |
| Francisco Javier Mina | — | — | — | — |
| Heroes del Bicentenario de la Independencia | — | — | — | — |
| Jaime Torres Bodet | — | — | — | — |
| Octavio Paz | — | — | — | — |
| Prof. Maximino Hernandez Escanio | — | — | — | — |
| Profr. Juan Hernandez Garcia | — | — | — | — |
| Propuesta Educativa Maria Montessori | — | — | — | — |
| Propuesta Educativa Maria Montessori | — | — | — | — |
| Severiano Ocegueda Pe�A | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad de Servicio de Apoyo a la Educacion Regular Num. 16 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mezcales
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIX 92.7 (Puerto Vallarta) - 92.7 FM - XHVAY-FM - Grupo ACIR - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| LOS40 Puerto Vallarta - 91.1 FM - XHPTOJ-FM - Radiópolis - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 91.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| W RADIO 90.3 (Puerto Vallarta) - 90.3 FM - XHPVA-FM - GlobalMedia - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 90.3 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VOX FM Radio Hits 96.7 (Puerto Vallarta) - 96.7 FM - XHCCBA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 2000s, 90s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| EXA FM 89.9 (Puerto Vallarta) - 89.9 FM - XHCCBB-FM - Álica Medios - Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco | 89.9 fm, alica medios | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Patrona FM | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Mezcales
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChocoMuseo | ||||
| Evoke The Spirit | ||||
| House Museum Manuel Lepe | ||||
| Museo Histórico Naval | ||||
| Museo Peter Gray |
Libraries in Mezcales
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibloteca Pública Municipal Jarretaderas | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibloteca Pública Municipal Jarretaderas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mezcales
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 de Diciembre | |||||
| Hippie Market | |||||
| Hippie Market | |||||
| Mercado D'Artesanias Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Mercado D'Artesanias Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Mercado del Pueblo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Bucerías | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Rio Cuale | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Rio Cuale | |||||
| Produce Market | |||||
| Produce Market | |||||
| Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Pueblo Viejo | |||||
| Sunday Market |
Hotels in Mezcales
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mezcales
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mezcales
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mezcales
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mezcales
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mezcales
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Vallarta International Airport | PVR | Large Airport |
| Amado Nervo National Airport | TPQ | Medium Airport |
| El Llano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Gonzalo Curiel García - Mascota National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Varas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mayto Ing. Leo Jiménez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Sebastián Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trinidad Ramos Valdez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Banderas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Mezcales
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CMQ Hospital Centro | ||
| Médicos de la bahía | ||
| Vallarta Gay Clinic |
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What is the population of Mezcales?
Mezcales has a population of 20,092 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 582.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mezcales?
Mezcales has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.
How is the job market in Mezcales?
The job market in Mezcales is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 643 business establishments in the area.