Estadio Akron
Stadium Modern football stadium in Guadalajara, home of Chivas
Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Jalisco, hosts Club Guadalajara’s home matches and concerts; fans attend professional football fixtures and large stadium events.
Estadio Akron is a modern football stadium in Zapopan, Jalisco, within the Guadalajara metropolitan area, designed as the home ground for Club Deportivo Guadalajara. It opened in 2010 and features covered seating, modern amenities and facilities for large sporting events.
The venue hosts domestic league matches, cup fixtures and occasional international friendlies or concerts and is equipped to FIFA pitch standards. The stadium replaced older local venues as the primary home for Chivas and serves as a major sports facility for the region.
The stadium lies in the western suburbs of Guadalajara, in the municipality of Zapopan, accessible by road from central Guadalajara and nearby highways.
- Name and tenant: Opened in 2010 as Estadio Omnilife and renamed Estadio Akron in 2017 after a sponsorship deal, it is the home stadium of Club Deportivo Guadalajara (Chivas).
- Capacity and location: Capacity around 46,000 with a FIFA-standard pitch, and located in Zapopan within the Guadalajara metropolitan area.
How to Get to Estadio Akron #
Estadio Akron is in Zapopan, on the northwest side of the Guadalajara metropolitan area next to the Plaza del Sol/Av. Patria area. By car from central Guadalajara it is roughly 10-15 km (around 20-40 minutes depending on traffic); main approaches use Avenida Vallarta or the Anillo Periférico (Periférico) toward Zapopan, then follow local signage for the stadium. The stadium is served by local bus routes and taxis from Zapopan/Guadalajara - expect a short taxi or bus ride from the nearest light-rail stops (rail stations are not immediately adjacent). Parking is available at/around the complex on match days.
Tips for Visiting Estadio Akron #
- Buy match or event tickets in advance from the club or stadium's official channels to avoid scalp prices and long box‑office queues on event day.
- Plan to arrive at least 60-90 minutes before kickoff or concert start: traffic and security checks around the stadium in Zapopan can create long delays, so earlier arrival gives time to clear entry and enjoy the pre‑match atmosphere.
- Use public transport where possible and confirm official stadium parking locations ahead of time - following the stadium's official entry instructions avoids being directed to unofficial lots or long walking routes.
Best Time to Visit Estadio Akron #
Best experienced on match or event days; if avoiding weather issues, prefer the drier months outside the summer rainy period.
Weather & Climate near Estadio Akron #
Estadio Akron's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in May) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (872 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (225 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
