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San José de la Laguna, Mexico

México · Mexico

San José de la Laguna is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 788. Elevation: 5,620 ft (1,713 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

788 Population 2/sq mi density
5,620 ft Elevation 1,713 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
51.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population788
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation5,620 ft (1,713 m)
Population788
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,620 ft (1,713 m)
Coordinates18.9466°, -100.1713°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation51.8 inches (1,315 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San José de la Laguna

San José de la Laguna is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 788. The city sits at an elevation of 5,620 feet (1,713 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: San José de la Laguna vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San José de la Laguna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 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 51.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,620 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,620 ft (1,713 m)
Area423.7 sq mi (1,097.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.9466°N, 100.1713°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.8"
36% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 9.96"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

411 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.0 on Feb 28, 2025.

May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 95 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 70 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 118 km
Jul 21, 2000 12 km NW of Jolalpan, Mexico M5.9 145 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 122 km
May 1, 2012 19 km W of Placeres del Oro, Mexico M5.7 124 km
Aug 15, 2009 3 km NE of San Miguel Totolapan, Mexico M5.5 87 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 102 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 103 km
Jun 2, 2011 24 km N of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.3 124 km
Feb 20, 2006 15 km SE of Patambó, Mexico M5.2 108 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 98 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 91 km
Jul 16, 2023 3 km W of Paso de Arena, Mexico M5.1 103 km
Mar 3, 2019 6 km SW of Aratichanguío, Mexico M5.1 142 km
Jul 28, 2007 19 km S of Patambó, Mexico M5.1 122 km
Feb 28, 2025 3 km NE of Pololcingo, Mexico M5.0 111 km
May 16, 2003 1 km S of Guayameo, Mexico M5.0 136 km
May 16, 2018 Guerrero-Michoacan border region, Mexico M5.0 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 3 225 km
2024 John Category 3 187 km
2023 Otis Category 5 139 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 294 km
2021 Rick Category 2 224 km
2017 Max Category 1 277 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 289 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 222 km
1996 Alma Category 2 258 km
1996 Boris Category 1 200 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 259 km
1984 Odile Category 2 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (47 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 47 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 51 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 111 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 160 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 163 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 163 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
April 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
May 77°F (25°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 9.4 in
July 60°F (15°C) 9.6 in
August 70°F (21°C) 9.7 in
September 70°F (21°C) 10.0 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in

San José de la Laguna has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 52°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.0") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near San José de la Laguna

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO DISNEY 102.1 (Toluca) - 102.1 FM - XHTOM-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 102.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
LA INIGUALABLE 91.3 (Amatepec) - 91.3 FM - XHPAMM-FM - Amatepec, Estado de México 91.3 fm, amatepec MP3 128 kbps
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
Lokura FM (Ixtapan de la Sal) - 99.5 FM - XHXI-FM - Capital Media - Ixtapan de la Sal, Estado de México 99.5 fm, capital media AAC+ 32 kbps
Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 96 kbps

Museums in San José de la Laguna

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Arqueología
Museo Joaquin Arcadio Pagaza

Libraries in San José de la Laguna

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Pública Joaquin Arcadio Pagaza0.0
Espacio Odisea0.0

Farmers Markets in San José de la Laguna

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Breweries in San José de la Laguna

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Makaá
Modelorama

Airports Near San José de la Laguna

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TaxcoSmall Airport
Aeródromo ZacacoyucaSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSmall 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 San José de la Laguna

What is the population of San José de la Laguna?

San José de la Laguna has a population of 788 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 423.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in San José de la Laguna?

San José de la Laguna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches.

How is the job market in San José de la Laguna?

The job market in San José de la Laguna is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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