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La Mesa, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

La Mesa is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 2,996. Elevation: 3,878 ft (1,182 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2,996 Population 11/sq mi density
3,878 ft Elevation 1,182 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
20.3 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo 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

Population2,996
Density11/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation3,878 ft (1,182 m)
Population2,996
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation3,878 ft (1,182 m)
Coordinates31.1597°, -110.9744°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation20.3 inches (515 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Mesa

La Mesa is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 2,996. The city sits at an elevation of 3,878 feet (1,182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 96 business establishments.

Income: La Mesa vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)96

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Mesa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,878 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above Mexico avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,878 ft (1,182 m)
Area272.0 sq mi (704.6 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates31.1597°N, 110.9744°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.3"
47% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.12"
Driest Month (May) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 16, 1999 10 km ESE of Imuris, Mexico M4.5 50 km
Sep 28, 2023 21 km E of Tanque Verde, Arizona M3.1 126 km
Aug 9, 2025 14 km ENE of Willow Canyon, Arizona M2.6 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MURPHY COMPLEX (64,407 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 MURPHY COMPLEX 64,407 37 km
2017 SAWMILL 47,357 79 km
2002 RYAN 36,922 64 km
2011 MONUMENT 30,219 75 km
2009 ELK HORN 22,745 87 km
2002 WALKER 17,438 23 km
2022 TONTO CANYON 16,989 29 km
2005 FLORIDA 16,362 64 km
2011 BULL 16,339 22 km
1988 PEAK 16,078 72 km
2016 BROWN 15,681 87 km
2020 ENCINOS 14,145 83 km
2022 SAN RAFAEL 12,203 47 km
2012 CAMPINI 11,893 61 km
2023 BEEHIVE 11,087 43 km
2013 SOLDIER BASIN 11,052 39 km
2016 LA SIERRA 11,035 25 km
1986 SASABE 10,734 66 km
2011 ARLENE 10,586 52 km
2021 ALAMO 10,478 26 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 51°F (10°C) 1.2 in
March 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in
April 60°F (15°C) 0.4 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
June 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
July 78°F (26°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 4.3 in
September 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
November 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in
December 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in

La Mesa has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 49°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and May the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near La Mesa

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mas Radio - 107.9 FM - KCKO-FM - Mas Medios Nogales - Nogales, Sonora 107.9 fm, adult contemporary MP3 192 kbps
EXA FM 102.7 (Nogales) - 102.7 FM - XHQT-FM - MVS Radio - Nogales, Sonora 102.7 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
Exa FM 104.9, 104.9 fm MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM (US) pop, top 40 MP3 128 kbps
KPUP-LP 100.5 Patagonia, AZ (US) arizona, community news MP3 120 kbps

Museums in La Mesa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
PIMERIA ALTA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5202874621$23,488
Nogales Museum of Art

Libraries in La Mesa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NOGALES/SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY518 NORTH GRAND AVENUE0.0108,273
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in La Mesa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Nogales Mercado163 N. Morley Avenue05/03/2013 to 09/27/2013Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Tianguis San miguel

Gas Stations in La Mesa

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Breweries in La Mesa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Agencia Cerveza Modelo

Stadiums & Teams in La Mesa

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Airports Near La Mesa

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nogales International AirportNOGMedium Airport
Nogales International AirportOLSMedium Airport
Sierra Vista Municipal Airport / Libby Army Air FieldFHUMedium Airport
Arivaca Hay Field Glider Landing SiteSmall Airport
Babocomari Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bacanuchi AirstripSmall Airport
Buenos Aires AirstripSmall Airport
Cuitaca AirstripSmall Airport
Eagle RunwaySmall Airport
Four Pillars AirportSmall Airport
La Loma AirportSmall Airport
La Providencia AirportSmall Airport
Pioneer RunwaySmall Airport
Rancho San Antonio AirstripSmall Airport
Ruby Star AirparkSmall Airport
Santo Domingo AirstripSmall Airport
Sáric AirportSmall Airport
Tasícuri-Magdalena de Kino / Rodolfo Soto Bartell AirportSmall Airport
Whetstone AirportSmall Airport
Wren FieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Mesa

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Community Medical Services - Nogales Medication unitSubstance Abuse520-924-8900
Helping Ourselves Pursue Enrichment - Nogales OfficeSubstance Abuse520-287-9612
Intermountain Health Centers IncBoth520-281-0678

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 Mesa

What is the population of La Mesa?

La Mesa has a population of 2,996 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 272.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Mesa?

La Mesa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches.

How is the job market in La Mesa?

The job market in La Mesa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 96 business establishments in the area.

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