Aguascalientes City Guide 2017-18

Orientation Part of the 32 states that shape the country of México, the Aguascalientes region is located simultaneously in the geographic center of the country, the geographic-cultural center region, and also the macro region of El Bajio. The official name of the city is Estado Libre y Soberano de Aguascalientes, with an extension of 5,471 square kilometers. One of the smallest states of the Mexican Republic, it is bordered to the north and northeast with the state of Zacatecas, which makes up more than half of its limits, and to the south and southeast with the state of Jalisco. Aguascalientes is a land of rich traditions and joyful festivities. The many festivals celebrated in these lands, such as the famous Feria Nacional de San Marcos, the Romeria de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, the Festival de las Calaveras and the Feria del Señor del Encino, among others, give us the perfect opportunity to know the elements that make up the rich Aguascalientes culture. Economically, Aguascalientes has significant communication channels that connect the state with the most important economic zones of the country. Important national and international companies are present in the state. Due to the presence of technology and manufacturing companies, the state is one of the most advanced in the Mexican territory. For three consecutive years, the World Bank (WB) has recognized Aguascalientes as the state with the best business climate and labor harmony. Weather In general terms, the climate in the state of Aguascalientes is semi-dry, with an average annual temperature of 17.4°C (63°F) and an average rainfall of 526 mm (20 in). The rainy season corresponds to summer and it is scarce.

Season Spring Summer

Description

Average High 31°C (88°F) 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F)

Average Low 7°C (34°F) 13°C (38°F)

Hot

Warm Warm

Fall

6°C (27°F) 3°C (23°F)

Winter

Cold

Time Zone Aguascalientes falls in the Central Time Zone (GMT/UTC -6h during Standard Time and GMT/UTC -5h during Daylight Saving Time). Daylight Saving Time begins at 2:00 a.m. local time on the first Sunday of April and falls back to Standard Time at the same time on the last Sunday of October.

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