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La Blanca, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

La Blanca is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,223. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

1,223 Population 25/sq mi density
203 ft Elevation 62 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
43.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,223
Density25/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.3%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Population1,223
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Coordinates16.5948°, -94.6926°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation43.5 inches (1,105 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Blanca

La Blanca is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,223. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 39 business establishments.

Income: La Blanca vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)39

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Blanca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Area50.0 sq mi (129.6 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates16.5948°N, 94.6926°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.5"
14% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.47"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,673 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 26, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 133 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 78 km
Sep 30, 1993 90 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M6.5 131 km
Feb 12, 2008 9 km SSW of General Pascual Fentes, Mexico M6.5 49 km
Jun 7, 1998 2 km NNE of Cabeza de Toro, Mexico M6.3 121 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 80 km
Sep 23, 2017 7 km NNE of Ixtepec, Mexico M6.1 41 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 143 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 87 km
Aug 18, 2004 8 km E of Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico M5.9 33 km
Jan 5, 2020 3 km W of Reforma de Pineda, Mexico M5.9 31 km
May 21, 2014 2 km SSW of Palomares, Mexico M5.8 71 km
Aug 9, 2023 7 km NNE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.8 114 km
Sep 23, 2017 80 km SSW of La Gloria, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Sep 10, 2017 92 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.8 134 km
Mar 2, 2023 Oaxaca, Mexico M5.7 48 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 82 km
Aug 5, 2015 11 km ENE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.7 121 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 141 km
Jan 21, 2019 72 km S of San Francisco del Mar Viejo, Mexico M5.6 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 294 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 198 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 95 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 241 km
2005 Stan Category 1 224 km
1998 Lester Category 2 242 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 224 km
1997 Rick Category 1 160 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 123 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 143 km
2025 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 0.2 m 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (178 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 83°F (28°C) 0.6 in
May 85°F (29°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 8.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 6.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in
November 78°F (26°C) 1.3 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.6 in

La Blanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 76°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.5") and March the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near La Blanca

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air BaseIZTMedium Airport
C.P.A. Leonardo López Hernandez AirportSmall Airport
Estación Aeronaval de Salina CruzSCXSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 Blanca

What is the population of La Blanca?

La Blanca has a population of 1,223 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 50.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Blanca?

La Blanca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.

How is the job market in La Blanca?

The job market in La Blanca is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 39 business establishments in the area.

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