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La Despensa, Mexico

Sinaloa · Mexico

La Despensa is a small town in Sinaloa, Mexico with a population of 1,430. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1,430 Population 1/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
13.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population1,430
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain13.7 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population1,430
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates25.9917°, -109.2723°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSinaloa
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation13.7 inches (347 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Despensa

La Despensa is a small town in Mexico (Sinaloa) with a population of 1,430. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 46 business establishments.

Income: La Despensa vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)46

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Despensa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1,840.2 sq mi (4,766.1 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates25.9917°N, 109.2723°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.7"
64% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.90"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

287 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 17, 2025.

Sep 13, 2015 95 km SW of Topolobampo, Mexico M6.7 125 km
Oct 19, 2013 98 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 105 km
Aug 28, 1995 95 km SW of Etchoropo, Mexico M6.6 102 km
Mar 12, 2003 87 km SW of Paredón Colorado, Mexico M6.4 145 km
Mar 16, 1990 72 km SSW of El Huitusi, Mexico M6.1 124 km
Jul 3, 2009 82 km SSW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M6.0 107 km
Mar 13, 2007 85 km ENE of Loreto, Mexico M6.0 130 km
Jul 26, 2011 73 km SW of Topolobampo, Mexico M6.0 102 km
Oct 8, 2012 74 km SW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.9 101 km
Feb 25, 2007 94 km E of Loreto, Mexico M5.9 116 km
Mar 19, 1996 71 km SSW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.8 110 km
Mar 18, 1994 86 km SSW of El Huitusi, Mexico M5.7 135 km
Mar 29, 2017 71 km WSW of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.7 81 km
Jan 13, 2013 76 km W of Las Grullas Margen Derecha, Mexico M5.7 84 km
Mar 12, 2011 79 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.6 103 km
Sep 13, 2015 99 km SSW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.6 134 km
May 12, 1994 63 km SSW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.6 103 km
Dec 26, 1991 62 km SW of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.6 87 km
Feb 22, 2005 66 km W of Campo Pesquero el Colorado, Mexico M5.6 79 km
Apr 15, 2003 73 km SSW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.5 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Olaf Category 1 293 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 239 km
2016 Newton Category 1 246 km
2014 Odile Category 3 245 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 184 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 56 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 121 km
2006 Lane Category 3 245 km
2006 John Category 2 226 km
2003 Ignacio Category 2 210 km
2003 Marty Category 1 167 km
1998 Isis Category 1 103 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 46 km
1995 Ismael Category 1 47 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 251 km
1989 Kiko Category 3 258 km
1986 Paine Category 1 120 km
1986 Newton Category 1 64 km
1985 Waldo Category 1 291 km
1982 Paul Category 2 42 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
June 85°F (29°C) 0.2 in
July 88°F (31°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 87°F (31°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 86°F (30°C) 3.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in

La Despensa has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 65°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near La Despensa

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA MEJOR 540 (Los Mochis) - 540 AM - XEHS-AM - Grupo RSN - Los Mochis, Sinaloa 90.9 fm, aquí nomás MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.9 (Los Mochis) - 98.9 FM - XHMPM-FM - Grupo RSN - Los Mochis, Sinaloa 98.9 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
LA INTERESANTE 88.5 (Los Mochis) - 88.5 FM - XHSIG-FM - AP Grupo Radio - Los Mochis, Sinaloa 88.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in La Despensa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de San Miguel Zapotitlán0.0

Farmers Markets in La Despensa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de San Miguel Zapotitlán

Stadiums & Teams in La Despensa

TeamLeagueDivision
Estadio Centenario

Airports Near La Despensa

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Valle del Fuerte International AirportLMMMedium Airport
Aerofumigaciones La Guamuchilera AirportSmall Airport
Camaguey-Campo Cuatro Milpas AirportSmall Airport
Camahuiroa North AirstripSmall Airport
Camahuiroa South AirstripSmall Airport
Cedros AirportSmall Airport
Chicorrabias AirportSmall Airport
Concheros AirportSmall Airport
El Capitan AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizo Ahome AirportSmall Airport
El Fuerte AirportSmall Airport
El Mixteco AirstripSmall Airport
Farallon AirportSmall Airport
Guayparime Agricultural AirportSmall Airport
Guayparime II AirportSmall Airport
JBT AirportSmall Airport
La Constancia AirportSmall Airport
La Soledad AirportSmall Airport
Las Aguilas AirportSmall Airport
Los Eucaliptos AirportSmall Airport
Los Halcones AirstripSmall Airport
Mayocoba Agricultural AirstripSmall Airport
Mochicahui AirportSmall Airport
Morgan AirstripSmall Airport
Nuevo Santa Rosa AirportSmall Airport
Pista ElizaldeSmall Airport
Rodríguez AirportSmall Airport
Rosales AirstripSmall Airport
Santa Paula AirportSmall Airport
Torocobampo AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mazatlan

🇲🇽 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 Despensa

What is the population of La Despensa?

La Despensa has a population of 1,430 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,840.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Despensa?

La Despensa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.

How is the job market in La Despensa?

The job market in La Despensa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.

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