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Purificación, Mexico
Jalisco · Mexico
Purificación is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 4,740. Elevation: 1,483 ft (452 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Purificación
The Purificación River (Jalisco) is a river of Mexico.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 4,740 |
| Population Density | 4,086 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,483 ft (452 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.7174°, -104.6053° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Jalisco |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.6 inches (1,488 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Purificación
Purificación is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 4,740. The city sits at an elevation of 1,483 feet (452 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Purificación vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 152 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.3°F |
| 36% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,483 ft (452 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,086/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.7174°N, 104.6053°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 | 98 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 50 | 85 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 75 | 58 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 73 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | — | 118 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 124 km |
| 2003 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 29 | 118 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 52 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 52 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mascota Volcanic Field (103 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 106 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 157 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 13.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 13.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in |
Purificación has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 68°F in January to 78°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.7") and April the driest (0.2").
Schools in Purificación
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean Piaget | — | — | — | — |
| Andres Urdaneta | — | — | — | — |
| Emiliano Zapata | — | — | — | — |
| Jalisco | — | — | — | — |
| Jose Maria Morelos | — | — | — | — |
| Niños Héroes | — | — | — | — |
| Ni�os Heroes | — | — | — | — |
| Cuauhtemoc | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 26 | — | — | — | — |
| Hidalgo | — | — | — | — |
| San Francisco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Hidalgo #39 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Jalisco | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Purificación
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 Purificación
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Antonio Alatorre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Purificación
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal Benito Juárez | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Fulgencio Zamora | |||||
| Nicolás Bravo |
Clinics in Purificación
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Purificación
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Purificación
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Purificación
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Playa de Oro International Airport | ZLO | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Chavarín | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Tigrera | — | 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 |
| Costalegre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuautla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuixmala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Colonia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Gloria III Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Alamandas 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 Purificación?
Purificación has a population of 4,740 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4,086 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Purificación?
Purificación has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.6 inches.
How is the job market in Purificación?
The job market in Purificación is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 152 business establishments in the area.