Comala Travel Guide
City City in Colima state of Mexico
Whitewashed houses cluster under the silhouette of Volcán de Colima; visitors come for artisanal coffee, old-world plazas and Comala’s rumoured connection to Mexican letters - stroll cobbled streets, sample cajeta and watch farmers on the volcano’s fertile slopes.
Why Visit Comala? #
Designated a Pueblo Mágico, this whitewashed town attracts travelers for its colonial charm, panoramic views of the Volcán de Colima and its relaxed café culture. Comala’s plazas and narrow streets pair well with local coffee, traditional pozole and artisanal crafts sold by nearby families. The town’s literary and cultural associations add an evocative backdrop to slow afternoons and regional festivals.
Top Things to Do in Comala
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- Plaza de Comala - Sit in Plaza de Comala to watch daily life amid whitewashed buildings and palms.
- Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel - Visit Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel to admire local religious art and architecture.
- Museo Regional de Comala - Explore the small regional museum showcasing local history, crafts, and rural traditions.
- Casa de los Tres Patios - Discover Casa de los Tres Patios for charming courtyards and artisanal displays.
- Coffee fincas near town - Tour nearby coffee fincas to learn processing methods and enjoy fresh-roasted samples.
- Mirador de la Cruz - Walk up to Mirador de la Cruz for quiet sunset views over Comala valley.
- Volcán de Colima viewpoint - Take a day trip to viewpoints facing Volcán de Colima for dramatic volcanic panoramas.
- Colima city centre - Visit Colima city for museums, colonial plazas, and regional gastronomy experiences.
Best Time to Visit Comala #
Visit Comala in the dry season (November-April) for clear skies, pleasant days and cooler nights. The rainy season (May-October) makes the hills lush but brings frequent afternoon storms.
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Comala's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 36°C. Moderate rainfall (932 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 33°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 36°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (222 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (214 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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How to Get to Comala
Comala is easiest reached by flying to Colima (CLQ) or Guadalajara (GDL) and continuing by car or bus to Colima city and on to Comala. Intercity buses between Guadalajara and Colima are frequent and comfortable; local taxis or colectivos handle the final leg to Comala.
Colima / Playa de Oro International Airport (CLQ): The nearest airport to Comala and Colima city. From CLQ you can take a taxi or rent a car-taxi to Comala or Colima city typically takes 20-40 minutes and costs roughly MXN 300-600 depending on exact pickup/drop-off.
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL): Guadalajara is a major international hub about 2-3 hours from Comala by road. From GDL you can rent a car or take an intercity bus to Colima city (bus travel commonly 2.5-3.5 hours, fares around MXN 250-450) and then a short taxi or local bus to Comala.
Train: Mexico has no national intercity passenger rail service in this region, so trains are not an option for reaching Comala.
Bus / Intercity coach: Intercity buses run from Guadalajara and Manzanillo to Colima city; Colima bus station has services and local buses/taxis to Comala (short trip, low fare). Premium coach lines (e.g., ETN/Primera Plus/ETN) operate on the Guadalajara-Colima corridor with comfortable coaches and luggage space; expect 2.5-3.5 hours travel time depending on service.
How to Get Around Comala #
Comala’s compact historic centre is very walkable, with narrow streets and plazas best explored on foot. Regional buses and colectivos link Comala with Colima and Manzanillo; taxis operate locally but many visitors find having a car helpful for exploring nearby viewpoints and coffee plantations.
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Where to Eat in Comala #
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Comala's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Nightlife in Comala #
Nightlife in Comala is quiet and focused on restaurants, small cantinas and cultural evenings rather than clubs. Weekends can bring live music or community events in the plaza, but nightlife is generally low-key.
Shopping in Comala #
Comala offers small artisan shops selling local crafts, food products and coffee; you’ll find souvenir stalls around the main plaza. For supermarkets or a wider selection, head to the city of Colima.
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