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Mezquitán, Mexico
Jalisco · Mexico
Mezquitán is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 885. Elevation: 3,127 ft (953 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 885 |
| Population Density | 191 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,127 ft (953 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.8212°, -104.3347° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Jalisco |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,136 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mezquitán
Mezquitán is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 885. The city sits at an elevation of 3,127 feet (953 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Mezquitán vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 28 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,127 ft (953 m) |
| Area | 4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 191/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.8212°N, 104.3347°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 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 | 90 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 50 | 86 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 75 | 65 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 49 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | — | 137 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 111 km |
| 2003 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 29 | 119 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 72 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 72 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Colima (82 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 82 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 9.9 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in |
Mezquitán has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.3") and April the driest (0.1").
Schools in Mezquitán
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emiliano Zapata | — | — | — | — |
| Justo Sierra | — | — | — | — |
| Jose Maria Vigil | — | — | — | — |
| Lázaro Cárdenas del Río | — | — | — | — |
| Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla | — | — | — | — |
| Salvador Esquer Apodaca | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mezquitán
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIESTA MEXICANA (Autlán) - 90.9 FM - XHANV-FM - Promosat de México - Autlán, Jalisco | 90.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GDL 102.3 (Autlán) - 102.3 FM - XHANU-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Autlán, Jalisco | 102.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| RADIO COSTA 103.9 (Autlán) - 103.9 FM / 780 AM - XHLD-FM / XELD-AM - Autlán, Jalisco | 103.9 fm, 780 am | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO COSTA 780 (Autlán) - 780 AM - XELD-AM - Autlán, Jalisco | 103.9 fm, 780 am | MP3 192 kbps |
Libraries in Mezquitán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Antonio Alatorre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mezquitán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Benito Juárez | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Fulgencio Zamora | |||||
| Nicolás Bravo |
Stadiums & Teams in Mezquitán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mezquitán
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Playa de Oro International Airport | ZLO | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Chavarín | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo El Jabalí | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Elévate | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Joya Brun | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Marabasco | — | Small Airport |
| Agricola La Tuxcana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Autlán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barra de Navidad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chamela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuautla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuixmala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Petacal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Gonzalo Curiel García - Mascota National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Colonia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Gabriel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trinidad Ramos Valdez Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Mezquitán?
Mezquitán has a population of 885 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 191 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mezquitán?
Mezquitán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.
How is the job market in Mezquitán?
The job market in Mezquitán is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 28 business establishments in the area.