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La Escondida, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

La Escondida is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 2,040. Elevation: 7,185 ft (2,190 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,040 Population 4/sq mi density
7,185 ft Elevation 2,190 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
18.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,040
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain18.7 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation7,185 ft (2,190 m)
Population2,040
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation7,185 ft (2,190 m)
Coordinates21.6872°, -101.5345°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation18.7 inches (475 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Escondida

La Escondida is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 2,040. The city sits at an elevation of 7,185 feet (2,190 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: La Escondida vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Escondida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 18.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,185 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above Mexico avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,185 ft (2,190 m)
Area465.0 sq mi (1,204.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates21.6872°N, 101.5345°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.7"
51% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 27, 2006.

Jun 27, 2006 4 km ENE of Cuerámaro, Mexico M3.9 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
December 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in

La Escondida has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 53°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 18.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in La Escondida

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Emiliano Zapata
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Farmers Markets in La Escondida

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in La Escondida

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Escondida

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Guanajuato International AirportBJXLarge Airport
Ponciano Arriaga International AirportSLPMedium Airport
Aeródromo del Fraccionamento Vergel de la SierraSmall Airport
Aeródromo El JagueySmall Airport
Francisco Primo de Verdad y Ramos AirportLOMSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Rosa AirstripSmall 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 Escondida

What is the population of La Escondida?

La Escondida has a population of 2,040 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 465.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Escondida?

La Escondida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.7 inches.

How is the job market in La Escondida?

The job market in La Escondida is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

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