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Mezquitic, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Mezquitic is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 2,298. Elevation: 4,528 ft (1,380 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2,298 Population 3,962/sq mi density
4,528 ft Elevation 1,380 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Mezquitic

Mezquitic

Mezquitic Municipality is a municipality in the north of the state of Jalisco, Mexico, being the largest municipality in Jalisco.

People

Population2,298
Density3,962/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation4,528 ft (1,380 m)
Population2,298
Population Density3,962 / sq mi
Elevation4,528 ft (1,380 m)
Coordinates22.3893°, -103.7280°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceJalisco
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (617 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mezquitic

Mezquitic is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 2,298. The city sits at an elevation of 4,528 feet (1,380 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 74 business establishments.

Income: Mezquitic vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Mezquitic enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,528 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,528 ft (1,380 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density3,962/sq mi
Coordinates22.3893°N, 103.7280°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.26"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 4, 2008.

Jul 4, 2008 8 km E of El Jicote, Mexico M4.4 148 km
Oct 28, 1998 4 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M4.4 130 km
Sep 25, 1995 6 km NNW of San Antonio del Cipres, Mexico M4.1 142 km
Aug 24, 2001 11 km E of Yago, Mexico M4.0 140 km
Mar 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Atonalisco, Mexico M4.0 138 km
Oct 29, 1998 19 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M3.9 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 208 km
2022 Roslyn Category 4 129 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 250 km
2021 Nora Category 1 264 km
2018 Willa Category 3 194 km
2015 Patricia Category 1 221 km
2011 Jova Category 1 287 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 89 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 194 km
1983 Tico Category 2 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (162 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 162 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
June 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in Warmest
July 71°F (22°C) 6.3 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 5.8 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
October 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in
November 62°F (16°C) 0.4 in
December 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in

Mezquitic has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and March the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Mezquitic

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
5 De Mayo
Werika
Plan Huicot
Panfilo Natera
Nunutsi
Ni�os Heroes
Los Robles
Los Rincones
Juan Francisco Murillo Ramirez
Jose Ma Morelos Y Pavon
Jose Ma Morelos Y Pavon
Fray Bartolome De Las Casas
Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 29
USAER Mezquitic
Vicente Guerrero
Nicolas Bravo
Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla
Manuel Lopez Cotilla
Manuel Avila Camacho
Leona Vicario
Jose Ma Morelos Y Pavon
Ignacio Zaragoza
Emiliano Zapata
Cristobal Colon
Benito Juarez
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Airports Near Mezquitic

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Ramón López VelardeSmall Airport
Chimaltitán AirstripSmall Airport
Guadalupe Ocotan AirstripSmall Airport
Huajimic AirportSmall Airport
Insurgente Marcos Escobedo AirportSmall Airport
Los Charcos AirstripSmall Airport
Nueva Colonia AirstripSmall Airport
Puente de Camotlán AirstripSmall Airport
San Andrés Cohamiata AirstripSmall Airport
San Martin De Bolaños AirportSmall Airport
Santa Catarina AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Clara AirstripSmall Airport
Tuxpan de Bolaños 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 Mezquitic

What is the population of Mezquitic?

Mezquitic has a population of 2,298 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3,962 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mezquitic?

Mezquitic enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.

How is the job market in Mezquitic?

The job market in Mezquitic is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 74 business establishments in the area.

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