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Arroyo de Lajas, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

Arroyo de Lajas is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 906. Elevation: 8,816 ft (2,687 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

906 Population 0/sq mi density
8,816 ft Elevation 2,687 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population906
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation8,816 ft (2,687 m)
Population906
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation8,816 ft (2,687 m)
Coordinates25.9419°, -106.2979°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Arroyo de Lajas

Arroyo de Lajas is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 906. The city sits at an elevation of 8,816 feet (2,687 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 29 business establishments.

Income: Arroyo de Lajas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)29

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Arroyo de Lajas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,816 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below Mexico avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,816 ft (2,687 m)
Area4,738.4 sq mi (12,272.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates25.9419°N, 106.2979°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.32"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 15, 2023.

Jul 12, 2009 16 km WSW of Canelas, Mexico M5.1 107 km
Oct 26, 2009 16 km N of Badiraguato, Mexico M4.5 136 km
Sep 5, 2011 20 km SW of Canelas, Mexico M4.5 112 km
Jul 17, 2009 20 km NNW of Sanalona, Mexico M4.1 139 km
Sep 5, 2011 17 km E of Tamazula de Victoria, Mexico M4.1 122 km
Apr 15, 2023 35 km SE of Indé, Mexico M4.0 132 km
Jan 5, 1994 22 km S of Guadalupe y Calvo, Mexico M3.8 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Pamela (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Pamela Category 1 253 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 213 km
2008 Norbert Category 1 267 km
2006 Lane Category 3 171 km
1998 Isis Category 1 287 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 283 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 165 km
1986 Paine Category 1 249 km
1985 Waldo Category 1 277 km
1982 Paul Category 2 272 km
1981 Norma Category 2 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 0.6 in
March 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
April 49°F (10°C) 0.4 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
July 58°F (15°C) 7.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 7.3 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 5.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.2 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in

Arroyo de Lajas has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.3") and April the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near Arroyo de Lajas

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alizal AirportSmall Airport
Arroyo de Lajas AirstripSmall Airport
Barbechitos AirportSmall Airport
Buenavista de Atascaderos AirportSmall Airport
Chinatú AirstripSmall Airport
Ejido de Vergel AirportSmall Airport
El Laurel AirstripSmall Airport
El Llano de La Vega del Oso AirstripSmall Airport
El Purgatorio AirstripSmall Airport
El Rincon AirstripSmall Airport
El Zorrillo AirportSmall Airport
La Haciendita AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirstripSmall Airport
La Joyita AirportSmall Airport
La Mesa de Las Milpas AirportSmall Airport
La Vainilla AirportSmall Airport
La Vega del Oso AirstripSmall Airport
Las Mesas de la Concepcion AirportSmall Airport
Mesa de Los Toros AirportSmall Airport
Mesa de San Rafael AirstripSmall Airport
Palmarejito AirstripSmall Airport
Platanar AirstripSmall Airport
San Dario AirportSmall Airport
Santa Catarina de Tepehuanes AirportSmall Airport
Sianori AirportSmall Airport
Sianori AirstripSmall Airport
Sierrita AirstripSmall Airport
Topía AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Arroyo de Lajas

What is the population of Arroyo de Lajas?

Arroyo de Lajas has a population of 906 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,738.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arroyo de Lajas?

Arroyo de Lajas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.

How is the job market in Arroyo de Lajas?

The unemployment rate in Arroyo de Lajas is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 29 business establishments in the area.

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