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La Laja, Mexico

Guerrero · Mexico

La Laja is a small town in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 849. Elevation: 1,040 ft (317 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

849 Population 1/sq mi density
1,040 ft Elevation 317 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population849
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Population849
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates18.0996°, -100.4824°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuerrero
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,101 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Laja

La Laja is a small town in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 849. The city sits at an elevation of 1,040 feet (317 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: La Laja vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Laja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,040 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.4°F
51% above Mexico avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Area1,151.1 sq mi (2,981.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates18.0996°N, 100.4824°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.96"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,101 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Apr 18, 2014 9 km ENE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M7.2 94 km
Jul 15, 1996 26 km NNE of Coyuquilla Norte, Mexico M6.8 76 km
Apr 18, 2002 27 km SSW of Nuxco, Mexico M6.8 130 km
May 22, 1997 5 km ENE of Churumuco de Morelos, Mexico M6.5 135 km
Dec 10, 1994 22 km SW of Guayameo, Mexico M6.5 95 km
May 8, 2014 3 km NNE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.4 100 km
May 23, 1994 4 km W of San Cristóbal, Mexico M6.3 9 km
Jun 21, 1999 20 km E of Coahuayutla de Guerrero, Mexico M6.3 114 km
Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 29 km
Jan 1, 2004 6 km SW of Petatlán, Mexico M6.1 110 km
May 31, 1990 7 km NE of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 96 km
May 10, 2014 6 km W of Nuxco, Mexico M6.0 104 km
Apr 20, 1998 17 km ENE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M6.0 90 km
Apr 13, 2007 5 km SE of El Paraíso, Mexico M6.0 94 km
Oct 8, 2001 3 km WSW of Tixtlancingo, Mexico M5.9 128 km
Apr 18, 2002 24 km WSW of Papanoa, Mexico M5.9 126 km
Dec 29, 1999 19 km WSW of Guayameo, Mexico M5.9 102 km
Apr 28, 2008 21 km WNW of Tlacotepec, Mexico M5.8 43 km
Jun 16, 2013 5 km N of Tequicuilco, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Jan 1, 2004 13 km SSW of Petatlán, Mexico M5.7 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 168 km
2024 John Category 3 115 km
2023 Otis Category 5 48 km
2023 Beatriz Category 1 201 km
2021 Rick Category 2 160 km
2017 Max Category 1 191 km
2015 Marty Category 1 247 km
2015 Carlos Category 1 190 km
2013 Raymond Category 3 242 km
2011 Hilary Category 4 236 km
2011 Beatriz Category 1 294 km
2009 Andres Category 1 280 km
2006 John Category 4 263 km
1997 Pauline Category 2 148 km
1996 Alma Category 2 203 km
1996 Hernan Category 1 234 km
1996 Boris Category 1 121 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 241 km
1992 Virgil Category 4 251 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 206 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1820 S. MEXICO Earthquake 4.0 m 137 km
1907 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.0 m 8 133 km
1979 S. MEXICO Earthquake 1.3 m 5 90 km
1985 MEXICO Earthquake 1.2 m 128 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.8 m 4 137 km
2021 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.5 m 3 145 km
2014 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 94 km
1962 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.3 m 3 144 km
2002 S. MEXICO Earthquake 130 km
1933 MEXICO Earthquake 90 km
1845 S. MEXICO Earthquake 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toluca, Nevado de (136 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 136 km
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 147 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 87°F (30°C) 0.1 in
May 88°F (31°C) 1.4 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 8.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 9.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 10.0 in Wettest
September 80°F (26°C) 9.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.7 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in

La Laja has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 78°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near La Laja

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ALTAMIX 91.9 (Ciudad Altamirano) - 91.9 FM - XHSCBP-FM - Altamiradio Comunicaciones, A.C. - Ciudad Altamirano, Guerrero 91.9 fm, altamix AAC+ 48 kbps

Airports Near La Laja

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Baztán AirstripSmall Airport
Huetamo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal AirportSmall 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 Laja

What is the population of La Laja?

La Laja has a population of 849 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,151.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Laja?

La Laja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in La Laja?

The job market in La Laja is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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