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La Ascensión, Mexico

Nuevo León · Mexico

La Ascensión is a small town in Nuevo León, Mexico with a population of 2,823. Elevation: 6,434 ft (1,961 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

2,823 Population 1/sq mi density
6,434 ft Elevation 1,961 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
17.1 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population2,823
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain17.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation6,434 ft (1,961 m)
Population2,823
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,434 ft (1,961 m)
Coordinates24.3239°, -99.9141°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNuevo León
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation17.1 inches (433 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Ascensión

La Ascensión is a small town in Mexico (Nuevo León) with a population of 2,823. The city sits at an elevation of 6,434 feet (1,961 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.1 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 90 business establishments.

Income: La Ascensión vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)90

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Ascensión enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 17.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,434 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,434 ft (1,961 m)
Area2,785.8 sq mi (7,215.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates24.3239°N, 99.9141°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.1"
55% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.56"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on May 12, 2025.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 138 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 147 km
Apr 6, 2004 18 km ESE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.5 102 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 100 km
Jun 14, 2009 35 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.4 123 km
May 29, 2012 31 km NW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 89 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 45 km
Jul 21, 2020 28 km SSW of Huachichil, Mexico M4.2 125 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 33 km
May 12, 2025 13 km E of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.2 109 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 22 km
Mar 18, 2014 18 km E of Pueblo Nuevo, Mexico M4.1 131 km
Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Mar 4, 2014 27 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 140 km
Nov 25, 2013 23 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 140 km
Dec 22, 2013 19 km NE of Ciudad General Terán, Mexico M4.0 124 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 68 km
Nov 30, 2013 26 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.9 139 km
Mar 5, 2014 18 km SSW of China, Mexico M3.9 150 km
Nov 26, 2013 22 km S of China, Mexico M3.6 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 118 km
2005 Emily Category 3 144 km
2003 Erika Category 1 253 km
2000 Keith Category 1 281 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 117 km
1983 Barry Category 1 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
March 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
May 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in
June 67°F (20°C) 2.0 in Warmest
July 67°F (19°C) 2.3 in
August 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
September 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in Wettest
October 62°F (16°C) 1.4 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in Driest
December 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in

La Ascensión has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 54°F in January to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.6") and November the driest (0.4").

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Schools in La Ascensión

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Secundaria Benito Juárez
Preescolar
Preescolar Benito Juárez
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Hotels in La Ascensión

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hospedaje Moreno Villa

Bus Stations in La Ascensión

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Senda

Gas Stations in La Ascensión

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near La Ascensión

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aramberri AirportSmall Airport
El Ranchito AirportSmall Airport
El Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Engineer Manuel Moreno Torres National AirportSmall Airport
Ganaderia Veintiuno de Enero AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Buenos Aires AirportSmall Airport
Rancho La Nutria AirportSmall Airport
San Rafael AirportSmall Airport
Sotolar AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Ascensión

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Casa de Oracion La Luz del Mundo
Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová

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 La Ascensión

What is the population of La Ascensión?

La Ascensión has a population of 2,823 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,785.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Ascensión?

La Ascensión enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.1 inches.

How is the job market in La Ascensión?

The job market in La Ascensión is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 90 business establishments in the area.

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