Tenamaxtlán, Mexico
Jalisco · Mexico
Tenamaxtlán is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 4,940. Elevation: 4,882 ft (1,488 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°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 Tenamaxtlán
Tenamaxtlán is a municipio (municipality) and town in the Sierra de Amula Region in the state of Jalisco, Mexico.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,940 |
| Population Density | 3,659 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,882 ft (1,488 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.2174°, -104.1636° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Jalisco |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.1 inches (941 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tenamaxtlán
Tenamaxtlán is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 4,940. The city sits at an elevation of 4,882 feet (1,488 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,882 ft (1,488 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,659/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.2174°N, 104.1636°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 126 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 50 | 129 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 75 | 111 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 71 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 138 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 91 km |
| 1900 | MEXICO | Earthquake | - | - | 91 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mascota Volcanic Field (83 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 97 km |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 0.6 in |
Tenamaxtlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 58°F in January to 70°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.9") and March the driest (0.2").
Schools in Tenamaxtlán
12 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBTa 31 | - | - | - | - |
| Mercedes De La Cruz Casta�os | - | - | - | - |
| Adolfo Lopez Mateos | - | - | - | - |
| Dr Luis Gomez Preciado | - | - | - | - |
| Jalisco | - | - | - | - |
| Joaquin Angulo | - | - | - | - |
| Toma�S Fregoso | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria Tecnica 19 | - | - | - | - |
| Toma�S Fregoso | - | - | - | - |
| CBTa | - | - | - | - |
| Preparatoria UDG modulo Tenamaxtlan | - | - | - | - |
| Joaquin Angulo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tenamaxtlán
6 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 | |
| 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 |
Libraries in Tenamaxtlán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tenamaxtlán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Tecolotlán |
Gas Stations in Tenamaxtlán
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tenamaxtlán
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Agricola La Tuxcana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Autlán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Capitán Piloto Aviador José Covarrubias Pérez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuautla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Petacal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Gonzalo Curiel García - Mascota National Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Colonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laguna Seca Puerto Aereo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pacana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gabriel Airport | - | 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 |
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What is the population of Tenamaxtlán?
Tenamaxtlán has a population of 4,940 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3,659 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tenamaxtlán?
Tenamaxtlán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches.
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