Santa María Transpontina, Mexico

Jalisco · Mexico

Santa María Transpontina is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 1,393. Elevation: 6,004 ft (1,830 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,393 Population 3/sq mi density

6,004 ft Elevation 1,830 meters

64°F Avg Temperature 18°C

25.2 in Annual Rain

America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,393

Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

Rain25.2 in/yr

Sunny Days290/yr

Elevation6,004 ft (1,830 m)

Population	1,393
Population Density	3 / sq mi
Elevation	6,004 ft (1,830 m)
Coordinates	21.4149°, -102.2572°
Timezone	America/Mexico_City
Country	🇲🇽 Mexico
State / Province	Jalisco
Average Temperature	64°F (18°C)
January Average	55°F (13°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation	25.2 inches (640 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María Transpontina

Santa María Transpontina is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 1,393. The city sits at an elevation of 6,004 feet (1,830 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 45 business establishments.

Income: Santa María Transpontina vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.8%
	78% below Mexico avg

Establishments (County)	45

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María Transpontina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 25.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,004 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	63.9°F
	18% above Mexico avg
January Average	55°F (13°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	6,004 ft (1,830 m)
Area	502.6 sq mi (1,301.7 km²)
Population Density	3/sq mi
Coordinates	21.4149°N, 102.2572°W
Timezone	America/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.2"

34% below Mexico avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Jul) 6.42"

Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.3 on Mar 9, 2020.

May 11, 2016	3 km SE of Nextipac, Mexico	M4.5	149 km
Oct 13, 2003	9 km NE of Villa Emiliano Zapata, Mexico	M4.2	150 km
Jul 8, 2004	4 km WNW of San Martín de Zula, Mexico	M4.1	123 km
Jun 27, 2006	4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico	M3.9	107 km
Jul 6, 2004	4 km E of Otatlán, Mexico	M3.8	120 km
Mar 9, 2020	1 km NW of Guadalajara, Mexico	M3.3	144 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2023	Lidia	Category 2	256 km
2015	Patricia	Category 4	245 km
2002	Kenna	Category 3	276 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Michoacan-Guanajuato (182 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Michoacan-Guanajuato	Pyroclastic cone(s)	3,860 m (12,664 ft)	1952	182 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	55°F (13°C)	0.6 in	Coldest
February	58°F (14°C)	0.3 in
March	62°F (17°C)	0.2 in	Driest
April	66°F (19°C)	0.3 in
May	70°F (21°C)	0.8 in
June	71°F (22°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
July	68°F (20°C)	6.4 in	Wettest
August	68°F (20°C)	5.9 in
September	67°F (19°C)	4.2 in
October	64°F (18°C)	1.7 in
November	60°F (15°C)	0.4 in
December	57°F (14°C)	0.4 in

Santa María Transpontina has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 55°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.4") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Santa María Transpontina

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla	—	—	—	—
Rafael Ramirez	—	—	—	—
Ni�os Heroes De 1847	—	—	—	—
Ni�o Artillero	—	—	—	—
La Trinidad	—	—	—	—
Emiliano Zapata	—	—	—	—
Valentin Gomez Farias	—	—	—	—
Pedro Moreno	—	—	—	—
Ni�os Heroes	—	—	—	—
Nicolas Bravo	—	—	—	—
Adolfo Lopez Mateos	—	—	—	—
Jose Ma Morelos Y Pavon	—	—	—	—
Isidro Castillo	—	—	—	—
Ignacio Zaragoza	—	—	—	—
Heroe De Nacozari	—	—	—	—
Francisco Javier Mina	—	—	—	—
Forjador Del Porvenir	—	—	—	—
Emiliano Zapata	—	—	—	—
Emiliano Zapata	—	—	—	—
Benito Juarez	—	—	—	—

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Radio Stations near Santa María Transpontina

59 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
La Mexicana (Aguascalientes) - 91.3 FM - XHPLA-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalientes, AG	91.3, 91.3 fm	AAC+ 32 kbps
Conexión 92.7 (Aguascalientes) - 92.7 FM - XHCPDI-FM - Radio y Televisión de Aguascalientes - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	92.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 160 kbps
Stereorey: 100.9 FM - Aguascalientes, México. La Máxima Dimensión del Radio.	100.9 fm, adult	AAC 32 kbps
ALTERNATIVA 98 98.1 (Aguascalientes) - 98.1 FM - XHNM-FM - Radio y Televisión de Aguascalientes - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	98.1 fm, adult alternative	MP3 160 kbps
UVA 90.5 (Aguascalientes) - 90.5 FM - XHUVA-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	1980's, 1980s	MP3
101.7 Magia 101 (Aguascalientes) - 101.7 FM - XHUNO-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	101.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3
100.9 Stereorey (Aguascalientes) - 100.9 FM - XHCAA-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	100.9 fm, aguascalientes	AAC 32 kbps
94.5 Radio UAA (Aguascalientes) - 94.5 FM - XHUAA-FM - UAA (Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes) - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	94.5 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 192 kbps
RADIO BI 88.7 (Aguascalientes) - 88.7 FM - XHBI-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	88.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3
LA MEXICANA 91.3 (Aguascalientes) - 91.3 FM - XHPLA-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	91.3 fm, aguascalientes	AAC+ 32 kbps
105 DIGITAL 105.3 (Aguascalientes) - 105.3 FM - XHUZ-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	105 digital, 105.3 fm	MP3
UVA 90.5 (Aguascalientes) - 90.5 FM - XHUVA-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, AG	1980's, 1980s	MP3
100.1 La Sanmarqueña (Aguascalientes) - 100.1 FM - XHARZ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	100.1 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 96 kbps
STEREOREY 100.9 (Aguascalientes) - 100.9 FM - XHCAA-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	100.9 fm, aguascalientes	AAC 32 kbps
Magia 101 (Aguascalientes) - 101.7 FM - XHUNO-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, AG	101.7, 101.7 fm	MP3
La Poderosa (Aguascalientes) - 107.7 FM - XHYZ-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, AG	107.7, 107.7 fm	MP3
99.7 Radio Ranchito (Calvillo) - 99.7 FM - XHPLVI-FM - Grupo ULTRA México - Calvillo, Aguascalientes	99.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 128 kbps
La Ranchera (Aguascalientes) - 106.1 FM - XHLTZ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, AG	106.1, 106.1 fm	MP3 128 kbps
AMOR ES 104.5 (Aguascalientes) - 104.5 FM - XHDC-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	104.5 fm, 80s en español	MP3 80 kbps
Stereorey (Aguascalientes) - 100.9 FM - XHCAA-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalientes, AG	100.9, 100.9 fm	AAC 32 kbps
Radio BI (Aguascalientes) - 88.7 FM - XHBI-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, AG	88.7, 88.7 fm	MP3
Calvillo FM 101.3	1930s, 1940s	MP3
Hasta que el Cuerpo Aguante Radio (Aguascalientes) - Online - Aguascalientes, AG	aguascalientes, bolero	MP3 64 kbps
La Kaliente (Aguascalientes) - 102.9 FM - XHEY-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, AG	102.9, 102.9 fm	MP3 40 kbps
Radio Ranchito (Calvillo) - 99.7 FM - XHPLVI-FM - Grupo ULTRA - Calvillo, Aguascalientes	99.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 128 kbps
LA INVASORA 98.9 (Aguascalientes) - 98.9 FM - XHERO-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	98.9 fm, aguascalientes	MP3
Lobos - 95.5 FM [Zacatecas, Zacatecas]	music	MP3 128 kbps
RRR 89.5 FM	classic, instrumental	MP3 40 kbps
RADIO RANCHITO 99.7 (Calvillo) - 99.7 FM - XHPLVI-FM - Grupo ULTRA México - Calvillo, Aguascalientes	99.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 128 kbps
RADIO FÓRMULA 106.9 (Aguascalientes) - 106.9 FM - XHAC-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	106.9 fm, aguascalientes	AAC 32 kbps
Exa FM Aguascalientes - 97.3 FM - XHAGC-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalientes, AG	97.3, 97.3 fm	AAC 32 kbps
LOS40 95.7 (Aguascalientes) - 95.7 FM - XHAGA-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	95.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 48 kbps
La Invasora (Aguascalientes) - 98.9 FM - XHERO-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, AG	98.9, 98.9 fm	MP3
MAGIA 101 101.7 (Aguascalientes) - 101.7 FM - XHUNO-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	101.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3
105 Digital (Aguascalientes) - 105.3 FM - XHUZ-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, AG	105 digital, 105.3	MP3
Alternativa 98 (Aguascalientes) - 98.1 FM - XHNM-FM - Radio y Televisión de Aguascalientes - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	98.1 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 160 kbps
Lobos - 94.1 FM [Durango, Durango]	music	MP3 128 kbps
Tu Estación (Aguascalientes) - 92.7 FM - XHRTA-FM - RYTA (Radio y Televisión de Aguascalientes) - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	92.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 160 kbps
ESTÉREO MENDEL 103.7 (Aguascalientes) - 103.7 FM - XHMR-FM - Instituto Mendel - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	103.7 fm, aguascalientes	AAC+ 32 kbps
Lobos - 97.3 FM [Los Mochis, Sinaloa]	music	MP3 128 kbps
CALVILLO FM 101.3 (Calvillo) - 101.3 FM - XHSCCH-FM - Comunicar para Ayudar, A.C. - Calvillo, Aguascalientes	101.3 fm, aguascalientes	MP3
RADIO BI - 88.7 FM - XHBI-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	88.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3
EXA FM 97.3 (Aguascalientes) - 97.3 FM - XHAGC-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	97.3 fm, aguascalientes	AAC+ 64 kbps
LA MEJOR FM 93.7 (Aguascalientes) - 93.7 FM - XHAGT-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalienteas, Aguascalientes	93.7 fm, aguascalientes	AAC+ 64 kbps
LA SANMARQUEÑA 100.1 (Aguascalientes) - 100.1 FM - XHARZ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	100.1 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 96 kbps
LA KALIENTE 102.9 (Aguascalientes) - 102.9 FM - XHEY-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	102.9 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 40 kbps
Radio UAA 94.5 FM	—	MP3 192 kbps
La Mejor Aguascalientes - 93.7 FM - XHAGT-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalienteas, AG	93.7, 93.7 fm	UNKNOWN 250 kbps
Amor Es (Aguascalientes) - 104.5 FM - XHDC-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	104.5 fm, 80s en español	MP3 80 kbps
Radio Universidad (UAA) (Aguascalientes) - 94.5 FM - XHUAA-FM - UAA (Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes) - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	94.5 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 192 kbps
AMOR es (Aguascalientes) - 104.5 FM - XHDC-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, AG	104.5, 104.5 fm	MP3 80 kbps
La ranchera 97.3	—	MP3 64 kbps
Lobos - 88.7 FM [Gómez Palacio, Durango]	music	MP3 128 kbps
LA RANCHERA 106.1 (Aguascalientes) - 106.1 FM - XHLTZ-FM - Grupo Radiofónico ZER - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	106.1 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 128 kbps
La ranchera	—	MP3 64 kbps
LA PODEROSA 107.7 (Aguascalientes) - 107.7 FM - XHYZ-FM - Radiogrupo - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	107.7 fm, aguascalientes	MP3
Lobos - 103.5 FM [Hermosillo, Sonora]	music	MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM Aguascalientes - 97.3 FM - XHAGC-FM - Radio Universal - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	97.3 fm, aguascalientes	AAC+ 64 kbps
RADIO UAA 94.5 (Aguascalientes) - 94.5 FM - XHUAA-FM - UAA (Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes) - Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes	94.5 fm, aguascalientes	MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Santa María Transpontina

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Biblioteca CU Lagos Sede San Juan
Centro de Estudios Cristeros Alfredo Hernández Quesada
Museo Cihuapili
Museo de la Ciudad
Museo de las Ánimas
Museo del Primer Milagro
Virgen de Guadalupe (Barrio Alto)

Libraries in Santa María Transpontina

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Biblioteca de la Ciudad		0.0
Biblioteca Municipal		0.0

Farmers Markets in Santa María Transpontina

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
El parian
Mercado de Artesanías
Mercado de Artesanías
Mercado de San Juan De Los Lagos
Mercado municipal Jalostotitlñan

Stadiums & Teams in Santa María Transpontina

Team	League	Division

Airports Near Santa María Transpontina

6 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Aguascalientes International Airport	AGU	Large Airport
Aeródromo del Fraccionamento Vergel de la Sierra	—	Small Airport
Aeródromo El Tepozán	—	Small Airport
Aeródromo Guayaberos	—	Small Airport
Francisco Primo de Verdad y Ramos Airport	LOM	Small Airport
Tepatitlan Municipal Airport	—	Small 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 Santa María Transpontina

What is the population of Santa María Transpontina?

Santa María Transpontina has a population of 1,393 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 502.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María Transpontina?

Santa María Transpontina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María Transpontina?

The job market in Santa María Transpontina is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 45 business establishments in the area.

Nearby Cities

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