San Marcos, Mexico
Jalisco · Mexico
San Marcos is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 3,478. Elevation: 4,534 ft (1,382 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About San Marcos
San Marcos is a town and municipality, in Jalisco in central-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 305.5 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,478 |
| Population Density | 4,517 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,534 ft (1,382 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.7927°, -104.1968° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Jalisco |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.0 inches (965 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Marcos
San Marcos is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 3,478. The city sits at an elevation of 4,534 feet (1,382 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,534 ft (1,382 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,517/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.7927°N, 104.1968°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.0 m (33 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 133 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 122 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (49 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 49 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 154 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 8.3 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in |
San Marcos has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.2").
Schools in San Marcos
11 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Guadalupe Garcia Dominguez | - | - | - | - |
| Benito Juarez | - | - | - | - |
| J Trinidad Garcia | - | - | - | - |
| J Trinidad Garcia | - | - | - | - |
| Mariano Matamoros | - | - | - | - |
| Mixta F 15 | - | - | - | - |
| San Isidro | - | - | - | - |
| Cursos Comunitarios | - | - | - | - |
| Emilio Manuel Gonza�Lez | - | - | - | - |
| Jose Maria Morelos | - | - | - | - |
| Telesecundaria Comunitaria | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near San Marcos
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GDL 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco | 105.5 fm, ameca | MP3 | |
| RADIO UNIVERSIDAD DE GUADALAJARA 105.5 (Ameca) - 105.5 FM - XHUGA-FM - Universidad de Guadalajara - Ameca, Jalisco | 105.5 fm, ameca | MP3 | |
| VALLES DIGITAL RADIO 1210 (El Arenal) - 1210 AM - XECSAC-AM - El Arenal, Jalisco | 1210 am, am | MP3 64 kbps |
Libraries in San Marcos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Everardo Peña Navarro | 0.0 | |||||
| Ex Hospital Hilarión Romero | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Marcos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Ahualulco de mercado |
Airports Near San Marcos
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amado Nervo National Airport | TPQ | Medium Airport |
| Amatlan de Jora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Apozolco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cap. Jorge García Lopez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuautla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Trapiche Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Gonzalo Curiel García - Mascota National Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ciruelilla Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laguna Seca Puerto Aereo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mecatillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pacana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Popota Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Ixtapalapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Martín de Bolaños Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Sebastián Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Trinidad Ramos Valdez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vientos de la Vega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zapopan Air Force Base | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Marcos?
San Marcos has a population of 3,478 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4,517 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Marcos?
San Marcos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches.
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