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La Lima, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

La Lima is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 1,579. Elevation: 466 ft (142 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,579 Population 5/sq mi density
466 ft Elevation 142 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
57.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,579
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Population1,579
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Coordinates21.9272°, -99.1028°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation57.2 inches (1,453 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Lima

La Lima is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 1,579. The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet (142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 51 business establishments.

Income: La Lima vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Lima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Area295.3 sq mi (764.8 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates21.9272°N, 99.1028°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.2"
51% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 11.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Jul 21, 2011.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 43 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 74 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 89 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 79 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 47 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 62 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 45 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 46 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 59 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 40 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 103 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 51 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 47 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 84 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 69 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 95 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 146 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 104 km
Mar 24, 1999 15 km SSW of Jacala, Mexico M3.5 117 km
Jun 26, 2000 9 km ENE of Bella Vista del Río, Mexico M3.4 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 215 km
2017 Katia Category 2 255 km
2010 Alex Category 2 209 km
2007 Dean Category 2 245 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 261 km
2000 Keith Category 1 145 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 149 km
1993 Gert Category 2 124 km
1990 Diana Category 2 210 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 286 km
1988 Debby Category 1 231 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 74°F (24°C) 1.2 in
April 80°F (26°C) 1.8 in
May 84°F (29°C) 3.9 in
June 84°F (29°C) 9.8 in Warmest
July 82°F (28°C) 10.9 in
August 83°F (28°C) 8.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.5 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 4.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in
December 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in

La Lima has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 66°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.5") and February the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near La Lima

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Buenavista Radio 102.9 FM alternative, independent MP3 320 kbps
BUENAVISTA RADIO 102.9 (Ciudad Valles) - 102.9 FM - XHCSBY-FM - Medios Digitales Culturales de la Huasteca, A.C. - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí 102.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
Espectacular 91.7 FM baladas en español, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in La Lima

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Regional Huasteco Joaquín Meade
Museo Tamuantzán

Libraries in La Lima

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archivo Judicial del Estado0.0
Biblioteca Eligio Quintanilla González0.0
Biblioteca Manuel Barron Huerta0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Emiliano Zapata0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Esús González Lárraga0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Infonavit 20.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Profesora Oralia Gutiérrez de Sánchez0.0
Ludoteca Jaubel0.0
Yo Sé Que Puedo0.0

Farmers Markets in La Lima

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Constitución
Mercado Gonzalo N. Santos
Mercado Valles 85

Stadiums & Teams in La Lima

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Airports Near La Lima

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aero Fumigaciones David AirportSmall Airport
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Covadonga AirportSmall Airport
Cuatro Caminos AirportSmall Airport
El Frater AirportSmall Airport
El Limonal AirportSmall Airport
El Rocio AirstripSmall Airport
El Siete AirportSmall Airport
Hualul AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
Ju-Bar AirportSmall Airport
La Ensenada AirportSmall Airport
La Simiente AirstripSmall Airport
Los Aztecas AirportSmall Airport
Los Aztecas I AirstripSmall Airport
Los Cerones AirportSmall Airport
Moctezuma AirportSmall Airport
Nuevo Temalacaco AirportSmall Airport
Plan de Iguala AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Trofis AirportSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall Airport
Tancasneque AirportSmall Airport
Tanchijol AirstripSmall Airport
Tancholin AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Lima

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clínica de rehabilitación en alcoholismo y drogadicción

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 Lima

What is the population of La Lima?

La Lima has a population of 1,579 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 295.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Lima?

La Lima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches.

How is the job market in La Lima?

The job market in La Lima is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 51 business establishments in the area.

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