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Puga, Mexico
Nayarit · Mexico
Puga is a small city in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 6,361. Elevation: 2,375 ft (724 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Puga
Puga is a Spanish surname. Notable people with this surname include:Amalia Puga de Losada (1866–1963), Peruvian writer
Antonio de Puga (1602–1648), Spanish painter
Arturo Puga (1879–1970), Chilean military officer
Benoît Puga, French general
Bertha Puga Martínez (1909–2007), Colombian first lady
Héctor Pablo Ramírez Puga, Mexican politician
Manuel Maria Puga y Parga (1874–1918), Spanish chef
María Luisa Puga (1944–2004), Mexican writer
Rogerio Miguel Puga, Portuguese academic
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 6,361 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,375 ft (724 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.5844°, -104.8232° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.9 inches (1,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Puga
Puga is a small city in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 6,361. The city sits at an elevation of 2,375 feet (724 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: Puga vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 204 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Puga
Puga has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jun (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1151 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,375 ft (724 m) |
| Area | 296.3 sq mi (767.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.5844°N, 104.8232°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (61 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 61 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Isabel, Isla | Tuff cone(s) | 95 m (312 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 13.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 12.3 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 1.1 in |
Puga has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 60°F in January to 79°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.1") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Puga
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jose Maria Martinez Rodriguez | - | - | - | - |
| Julian Gascon Mercado | - | - | - | - |
| Martin Rico | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Comunitaria | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Indigena | - | - | - | - |
| Y+Rame (Esta Creciendo O Reto�Ando) | - | - | - | - |
| 18 de Marzo | - | - | - | - |
| E.S.T.I. | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Puga
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| @FM (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 100.3 (Tepic) - 100.3 FM - XHTNY-FM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 100.3 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| AZTLÁN RADIO 550 (Tepic) - 550 AM - XEGNAY-AM - Sistema de Radio y Televisión de Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 550 am, am | MP3 | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, Nayarit | 104.9 fm, américa | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Nayarit (Tepic) - 104.9 FM - XHERK-FM - Grupo Radio Korita - Tepic, NA | 104.9, 104.9 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| ARROBA FM 98.5 (Tepic) - 98.5 FM - XHEPIC-FM - Radiorama Nayarit - Tepic, Nayarit | 98.5 fm, @fm | MP3 | |
| Love FM (Tepic) - 96.1 FM - XHEOO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Tepic, Nayarit | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 48 kbps | |
| LA PATRONA 94.5 (Santiago) - 94.5 FM - XHSI-FM - Alica Medios - Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit | 94.5 fm, alica medios | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Puga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Fenelón | ||||
| Casa Fenelón | ||||
| Casa Museo Amado Nervo | ||||
| Casa Museo Amado Nervo | ||||
| Casa-Museo Juan Escutia | ||||
| Casa-Museo Juan Escutia | ||||
| Centro de Arte Contemporáneo del Bicentenario Emilia Ortíz | ||||
| Centro de Arte Contemporáneo del Bicentenario Emilia Ortíz | ||||
| Centro Estatal de Culturas Populares e Indigenas (CECUPI) | ||||
| Centro Estatal de Culturas Populares e Indigenas (CECUPI) | ||||
| Museo Interactivo de Ciencias e Innovación de Nayarit | ||||
| Museo Interactivo de Ciencias e Innovación de Nayarit | ||||
| Museo Regional de Nayarit | ||||
| Museo Regional de Nayarit |
Libraries in Puga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Magna | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Central Estatal Everardo Peña Navarro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Emilia Ortiz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Emilia Ortiz | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de Información | 0.0 | |||||
| Francisco Severo Maldonado | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Puga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central de Abastos | |||||
| Central de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Amado Nervo | |||||
| Mercado Juan Escutia | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Xalisco | |||||
| Mercado Popular Mololoa |
Clinics in Puga
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Puga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Auditorio Amado Nervo | ||
| Estadio de Béisbol de la UAN | ||
| Estadio Nicolás Álvarez Ortega | ||
| Estadio Olímpico Santa Teresita | ||
| Lienzo Charro | ||
| Lienzo Charro | ||
| Lienzo Charro | ||
| Lienzo Charro | ||
| Toril |
Airports Near Puga
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amado Nervo National Airport | TPQ | Medium Airport |
| Amatlan de Jora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cap. Jorge García Lopez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Llano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Trapiche Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guadalupe Ocotan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Higuera Gorda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huajimic Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huaynamota Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jazmines de Coyultita Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jesus Maria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Pochoteca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Bugambilias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Higueras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Varas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Gavilanes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mecatillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mesa de Los Huicholes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mesa del Nayar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pista Aérea de Tuxpan | - | Small Airport |
| Puente de Camotlán Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Andrés Cohamiata Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Bias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Clara Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Zoquipan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Puga
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación y Educación Especial | ||
| Clínica Santa María | ||
| Marakame | ||
| Unidad de Salud |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Puga
What is the population of Puga?
Puga has a population of 6,361 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 296.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puga?
Puga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.
How is the job market in Puga?
The job market in Puga is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 204 business establishments in the area.