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La Libertad, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

La Libertad is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 2,782. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,782 Population 10/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
4.3 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population2,782
Density10/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain4.3 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population2,782
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates29.9131°, -112.6918°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation4.3 inches (110 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Libertad

La Libertad is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 2,782. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.3 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 89 business establishments.

Income: La Libertad vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)89

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Libertad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 328 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 4.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area273.8 sq mi (709.1 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates29.9131°N, 112.6918°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.3"
89% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 0.71"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

185 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Oct 14, 2024.

Apr 12, 2012 69 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M7.0 141 km
Aug 3, 2009 96 km WNW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M6.9 99 km
Aug 3, 2009 97 km N of San Luis, Mexico M6.2 121 km
Apr 12, 2012 83 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M6.0 124 km
Sep 24, 2004 81 km WSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M5.9 150 km
Aug 5, 2009 111 km WSW of La Libertad, Mexico M5.8 111 km
Mar 5, 1993 68 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M5.7 140 km
Aug 3, 2009 90 km NE of San Luis, Mexico M5.5 116 km
Feb 14, 1991 115 km WSW of La Libertad, Mexico M5.4 116 km
Nov 26, 1997 117 km WSW of La Libertad, Mexico M5.4 117 km
Mar 22, 2014 98 km SE of San Felipe, Mexico M5.3 144 km
Jan 17, 2019 138 km NNW of San Luis, Mexico M5.3 142 km
Sep 15, 2010 140 km W of La Libertad, Mexico M5.3 141 km
Apr 29, 2011 69 km ENE of San Luis, Mexico M5.2 137 km
Jun 18, 2022 101 km W of La Libertad, Mexico M5.2 101 km
Aug 27, 2012 92 km SSW of Puerto Peñasco, Mexico M5.2 136 km
Aug 27, 2012 91 km SSW of Puerto Peñasco, Mexico M5.2 135 km
Apr 27, 2005 109 km SE of San Felipe, Mexico M5.1 144 km
Jun 18, 2022 103 km WNW of La Libertad, Mexico M5.1 104 km
Feb 19, 2008 133 km W of La Libertad, Mexico M5.1 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Nora (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Nora Category 1 209 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Luis, Isla (165 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Luis, Isla Tuff cone 180 m (591 ft) Unknown 165 km
San Borja Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,360 m (4,462 ft) Unknown 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 0.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
August 86°F (30°C) 0.6 in Warmest
September 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in Wettest

La Libertad has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 56°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 4.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in La Libertad

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio de Estudios Científicos y Tecnológicos del Estado de Sonora
Primaria José Vasconcelos
Secundaria Fundación Esposos Rodríguez
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Hotels in La Libertad

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Libertad
Hotel Oscar jr.

Restaurants in La Libertad

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chonita

Gas Stations in La Libertad

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #12012888321

Airports Near La Libertad

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bahía AirstripSmall Airport
Desemboque de los Seris AirstripSmall Airport
Los Olivos AirstripSmall Airport
Pozo Coyote AirstripSmall Airport
Puerto Libertad North AirportSmall Airport
Puerto Lobos AirportSmall Airport

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Hermosillo

🇲🇽 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 Libertad

What is the population of La Libertad?

La Libertad has a population of 2,782 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 273.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Libertad?

La Libertad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.3 inches.

How is the job market in La Libertad?

The job market in La Libertad is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 89 business establishments in the area.

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