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La Defensa, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
La Defensa is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 918. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 918 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.5017°, -96.5417° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 97.6 inches (2,478 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Defensa
La Defensa is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 918. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet (120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Defensa vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 29 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.3°F |
| 43% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 327 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Area | 349.3 sq mi (904.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.5017°N, 96.5417°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 97 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 105 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 127 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 132 km |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 142 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 162 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 15.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 17.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 16.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 16.3 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
La Defensa has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 72°F in December to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 88.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.6") and March the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near La Defensa
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| W RADIO 104.5 (Córdoba) - 104.5 FM - XHEVC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Córdoba, Veracruz | 104.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Globo 102.1 (Córdoba) - 102.1 FM - XHAG-FM - Radio Comunicaciones de las Altas Montañas - Córdoba, Veracruz | 102.1 fm, adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 91.3 (Córdoba) - 91.3 FM - XHPT-FM - Radio Comunicaciones de las Altas Montañas - Córdoba, Veracruz | 91.3 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Retro FM (Córdoba) - 88.1 FM - XHDZ - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Córdoba, Veracruz | 80s, 88.1 fm | MP3 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in La Defensa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "20 de Junio" | |||||
| Mercado "20 de Noviembre" | |||||
| Mercado Cosolapa | |||||
| Mercado Omealca | |||||
| Mercado Tezonapeño "La Frontera" | |||||
| Mercado Veracruzano | |||||
| Tianguis de Tezonapa |
Airports Near La Defensa
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Heriberto Jara International Airport | VER | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo Toro Bravo | — | Small Airport |
| Air Station No. 8 Loma Bonita | — | Small Airport |
| El Ahijadero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Amate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Felipe Terrones Acosta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Miguel Alemán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jalisquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esmeralda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Las Macayas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marina Heroica Naval Academy Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Macuiles | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Independencia Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tres Encinos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Defensa?
La Defensa has a population of 918 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 349.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Defensa?
La Defensa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.6 inches.
How is the job market in La Defensa?
The job market in La Defensa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 29 business establishments in the area.