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La Mesa, Mexico

México · Mexico

La Mesa is a small town in México, Mexico with a population of 1,675. Elevation: 9,567 ft (2,916 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,675 Population 57/sq mi density
9,567 ft Elevation 2,916 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About La Mesa

La Mesa is a census-designated place and unincorporated community in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2020 census, La Mesa had a population of 649. La Mesa has a post office with ZIP code 88044. NM 28 passes through the community.

People

Population1,675
Density57/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days352/yr
Elevation9,567 ft (2,916 m)
Population1,675
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation9,567 ft (2,916 m)
Coordinates19.5875°, -100.1737°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceMéxico
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (811 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Mesa

La Mesa is a small town in Mexico (México) with a population of 1,675. The city sits at an elevation of 9,567 feet (2,916 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 54 business establishments.

Income: La Mesa vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Mesa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 352 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 31.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 9,567 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days352 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,567 ft (2,916 m)
Area29.4 sq mi (76.1 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates19.5875°N, 100.1737°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.9"
16% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.35"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

150 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Nov 15, 2012 8 km N of San José Poliutla, Mexico M6.1 140 km
Apr 29, 2008 19 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.3 141 km
Dec 20, 1995 15 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.3 146 km
Aug 12, 2022 10 km E of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M5.2 144 km
Jul 21, 2003 14 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M5.2 141 km
Jul 19, 1993 4 km W of San Antonio del Rosario, Mexico M4.9 133 km
Aug 29, 1993 3 km NNE of Querendas, Mexico M4.8 143 km
Nov 17, 1991 21 km NW of Zirándaro de los Chávez, Mexico M4.8 150 km
Sep 24, 1991 1 km E of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.8 130 km
Apr 22, 1994 7 km ESE of Palmar Chico, Mexico M4.6 104 km
Sep 21, 1995 29 km W of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.6 146 km
Apr 5, 2022 17 km NNW of Tuzantla, Mexico M4.5 58 km
May 7, 2024 11 km NNE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M4.5 143 km
Nov 28, 1995 32 km NNE of Aratichanguío, Mexico M4.5 145 km
May 22, 2013 2 km SE of Salguero, Mexico M4.4 140 km
Jun 21, 1996 4 km ENE of Villa Madero, Mexico M4.3 131 km
Jul 17, 2007 4 km NNE of San Lucas, Mexico M4.3 123 km
Oct 10, 2011 10 km NNW of Huetamo de Núñez, Mexico M4.2 125 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 83 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 19 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 1 292 km
2024 John Category 2 257 km
2023 Otis Category 4 210 km
2021 Rick Category 2 249 km
2021 Grace Category 1 278 km
1997 Pauline Category 1 292 km
1996 Alma Category 2 293 km
1996 Boris Category 1 235 km
1993 Gert Category 2 258 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (22 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 22 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 69 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 123 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 158 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 167 km
Michoacan-Guanajuato Pyroclastic cone(s) 3,860 m (12,664 ft) 1952 168 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 175 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
February 48°F (9°C) 0.5 in
March 51°F (11°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 6.4 in
July 59°F (15°C) 8.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 7.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 6.5 in
October 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
December 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in Coldest

La Mesa has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 48°F in December to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and March the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near La Mesa

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO DISNEY 102.1 (Toluca) - 102.1 FM - XHTOM-FM - Grupo Siete - Toluca, Estado de México 102.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
ESENCIA RADIO 107.1 (Zitácuaro) - 107.1 FM - XHETA-FM - Grupo Radio Zitácuaro - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 107.1 fm, américa MP3
FANTASÍA W RADIO 89.1 - 89.1 FM - XHZTM-FM - Zitácuaro, Michoacán 89.1 fm, concesión social MP3 128 kbps
Cadena Azul (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Fiesta Mexicana 90.7 FM banda, entretenimiento MP3
Mexiquense Radio (Valle de Bravo) - 104.5 FM - XHVAL-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Valle de Bravo, EM 104.5, 104.5 fm MP3 96 kbps
CADENA AZUL 95.7 (Atlacomulco) - 95.7 FM - XHATF-FM - Grupo Rotativo - Atlacomulco, Estado de México 95.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Globo (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Globo 95.9 (Maravatío) - 95.9 FM - XHCCBE-FM - Maravatío, Michoacán 95.9 fm, américa MP3
Digital 80s Radio hi nrg, high energy AAC+ 128 kbps
Fiesta Mexicana 92.3FM MP3 128 kbps

Museums in La Mesa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
La Casona de la Estación

Libraries in La Mesa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Digital San José del Rincón0.0

Farmers Markets in La Mesa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Benito Juarez
Mercado de la Central
Mercado Miguel Hidalgo
Mercado Poetas
mercado revolucion
Mercado Solidaridad
Tienda Comunitaria

Breweries in La Mesa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
antro UP
Bar de siempre
Chinos Bar
El Centavito
El chuponcito
micheladas UP
Modelorama
Modelorama
Modelorama
Modelorama
Winners

Stadiums & Teams in La Mesa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Mesa

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adolfo López Mateos International AirportTLCLarge Airport
Aeroclub Valle de Bravo AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Mesa

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabilitación Integral CRI

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 Mesa

What is the population of La Mesa?

La Mesa has a population of 1,675 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 29.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Mesa?

La Mesa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches.

How is the job market in La Mesa?

The job market in La Mesa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

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