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La Esmeralda, Mexico

Coahuila · Mexico

La Esmeralda is a small town in Coahuila, Mexico with a population of 1,111. Elevation: 4,583 ft (1,397 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

1,111 Population 1/sq mi density
4,583 ft Elevation 1,397 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
14.6 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population1,111
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain14.6 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation4,583 ft (1,397 m)
Population1,111
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,583 ft (1,397 m)
Coordinates27.2869°, -103.6633°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceCoahuila
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation14.6 inches (371 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Esmeralda

La Esmeralda is a small town in Mexico (Coahuila) with a population of 1,111. The city sits at an elevation of 4,583 feet (1,397 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.6 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 36 business establishments.

Income: La Esmeralda vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)36

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Esmeralda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,583 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,583 ft (1,397 m)
Area2,021.4 sq mi (5,235.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates27.2869°N, 103.6633°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.6"
62% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.07"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 6, 2025.

Jun 5, 2025 56 km NW of Ocampo, Mexico M4.9 97 km
Dec 5, 1993 66 km NNW of Ocampo, Mexico M4.7 110 km
Jun 6, 2025 58 km NW of Ocampo, Mexico M4.0 95 km
Jun 6, 2025 52 km NW of Ocampo, Mexico M4.0 97 km
Oct 1, 1992 57 km N of Ocampo, Mexico M3.8 141 km
Jan 5, 2005 19 km ENE of Camargo, Mexico M3.2 140 km
Apr 11, 2021 50 km NE of Hércules, Mexico M3.2 120 km
May 24, 2024 68 km NE of Hércules, Mexico M2.7 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
May 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
June 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in Warmest
July 76°F (25°C) 2.5 in
August 75°F (24°C) 3.1 in Wettest
September 72°F (22°C) 2.5 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.5 in
December 53°F (11°C) 0.5 in

La Esmeralda has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 52°F in January to 77°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 14.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (0.2").

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Museums in La Esmeralda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo

Airports Near La Esmeralda

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Laboratorio del Desierto AirstripSmall Airport
Laguna Del Rey AirportSmall Airport
Los Novillos AirportSmall Airport
Mina Hercules AirportSmall Airport
San José AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Esmeralda

What is the population of La Esmeralda?

La Esmeralda has a population of 1,111 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,021.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Esmeralda?

La Esmeralda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.6 inches.

How is the job market in La Esmeralda?

The job market in La Esmeralda is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 36 business establishments in the area.

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