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Puerta de Palapares, Mexico
Nayarit · Mexico
Puerta de Palapares is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 930. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 930 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 22.1033°, -105.6306° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.5 inches (1,105 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Puerta de Palapares
Puerta de Palapares is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 930. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: Puerta de Palapares vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 30 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.5°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 652.3 sq mi (1,689.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 22.1033°N, 105.6306°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isabel, Isla (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 39 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 159 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 10.1 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in |
Puerta de Palapares has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.2") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Puerta de Palapares
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Escutia | — | — | — | — |
| Pablo Guzman Ponce | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Puerta de Palapares
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA PATRONA 94.5 (Santiago) - 94.5 FM - XHSI-FM - Alica Medios - Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit | 94.5 fm, alica medios | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Tuba Stereo (Tecuala) - 92.5 FM / 570 AM - XHETD-FM / XETD-AM - Alica Medios - Tecuala, NA | 570, 570 am | MP3 | |
| La patrona - 94.1 FM [Chihuahua, Chihuahua] | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La patrona - 95.1 FM [Bocoyna, Chihuahua] | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Patrona (Acaponeta) - 98.1 FM - XHLH-FM - Alica Medios - Acaponeta, NA | 98.1, 98.1 fm | MP3 |
Museums in Puerta de Palapares
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Origen |
Airports Near Puerta de Palapares
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acaponeta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dolores Nay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Norias Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Llano Grande Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mesa de Los Huicholes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea de Tuxpan | — | Small Airport |
| San Bias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Teacapán Naval Air Station / Escuinapa National Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Puerta de Palapares?
Puerta de Palapares has a population of 930 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 652.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puerta de Palapares?
Puerta de Palapares has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.
How is the job market in Puerta de Palapares?
The job market in Puerta de Palapares is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 30 business establishments in the area.