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La Capilla, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

La Capilla is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 522. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

522 Population 2/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
28.1 in Annual Rain
America / Matamoros Timezone

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People

Population522
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population522
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates25.3767°, -97.4297°
TimezoneAmerica/Matamoros
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation28.1 inches (714 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Capilla

La Capilla is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 522. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.1 inches. The timezone is America/Matamoros.

The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: La Capilla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Capilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.7°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area287.0 sq mi (743.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates25.3767°N, 97.4297°W
TimezoneAmerica/Matamoros

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.1"
26% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.75"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2021.

Jun 28, 2021 96 km E of South Padre Island, Texas M2.7 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Francine (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Francine Category 1 282 km
2020 Hanna Category 1 147 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 193 km
2013 Ingrid Category 1 260 km
2010 Alex Category 2 120 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 94 km
2005 Emily Category 3 66 km
2003 Erika Category 1 9 km
1999 Bret Category 4 147 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 134 km
1983 Barry Category 1 4 km
1980 Allen Category 5 72 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in
May 80°F (27°C) 2.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 3.7 in
July 84°F (29°C) 3.9 in
August 84°F (29°C) 4.3 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 2.7 in
November 69°F (20°C) 1.1 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.9 in

La Capilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 60°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.8") and March the driest (0.5").

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Radio Stations near La Capilla

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W1420 (Matamoros) - 1420 AM - XEEW-AM - RadioDual - Matamoros, Tamaulipas 1420 am, américa MP3 64 kbps

Airports Near La Capilla

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brownsville South Padre Island International AirportBROMedium Airport
General Servando Canales International AirportMAMMedium Airport
Alamo Aerial Applicators AirportSmall Airport
Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Drennan Farm AirportSmall Airport
El Huizache AirportSmall Airport
El Mezquite Rojo AirportSmall Airport
Enrique Cardenaz Gonzalez AirportSmall Airport
Fumigaciones Aéreas 109 AirportSmall Airport
Kilo AirportSmall Airport
Las Gemelas AirportSmall Airport
Los Ebanos AirportSmall Airport
Los Fresnos AirportSmall Airport
No Le Hace AirstripSmall Airport
Paso Real AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho Laguna Vista AirportSmall Airport
Rio Dusters AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirportSmall Airport
Santa Elena AirportSmall Airport

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Matamoros

🇲🇽 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 Capilla

What is the population of La Capilla?

La Capilla has a population of 522 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 287.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Capilla?

La Capilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches.

How is the job market in La Capilla?

The job market in La Capilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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