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La Mesilla, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

La Mesilla is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 1,573. Elevation: 6,194 ft (1,888 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

1,573 Population 6/sq mi density
6,194 ft Elevation 1,888 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
18.4 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,573
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation6,194 ft (1,888 m)
Population1,573
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation6,194 ft (1,888 m)
Coordinates20.4895°, -99.6768°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (466 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Mesilla

La Mesilla is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 1,573. The city sits at an elevation of 6,194 feet (1,888 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 50 business establishments.

Income: La Mesilla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Mesilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,194 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,194 ft (1,888 m)
Area268.5 sq mi (695.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates20.4895°N, 99.6768°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

100 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.9 on Sep 26, 2024.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 146 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 134 km
Mar 15, 1998 2 km NE of Macutzio, Mexico M4.2 129 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 98 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 89 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 63 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 127 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 122 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 92 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 126 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 67 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 135 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 120 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 77 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 146 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 124 km
May 30, 2007 4 km SSW of Lomas de Tepemecatl, Mexico M4.0 150 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 52 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 104 km
Jul 21, 2007 1 km W of Valle Verde, Mexico M3.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 206 km
2017 Katia Category 1 269 km
2007 Dean Category 2 248 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 268 km
2000 Keith Category 1 298 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 239 km
1993 Gert Category 2 158 km
1990 Diana Category 2 241 km
1988 Debby Category 1 249 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (135 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 135 km
Toluca, Nevado de Stratovolcano 4,680 m (15,354 ft) -1350 154 km
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 166 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 167 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 182 km
Popocatepetl Stratovolcano(es) 5,393 m (17,694 ft) 2020 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
February 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in Warmest
June 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
December 56°F (14°C) 0.3 in Coldest

La Mesilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 56°F in December to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near La Mesilla

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOLLOCKS Rock & Metal Radio classic rock, heavy metal MP3 80 kbps
K Digital - 102.7 FM - XHPQUI-FM - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro 102.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 99.1 (San Juan del Río) - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1 fm, américa MP3 160 kbps
La Z 102.5 (US) chirstian MP3 128 kbps
Exa FM San Juan del Río - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro 99.1, 99.1 fm MP3 160 kbps
La Z 107.1 (US) regional mexican AAC+ 32 kbps
K 102.7 (Tequisquiapan) - 102.7 FM - XHPQUI-FM - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro 102.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in La Mesilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Artesanal
Mercado Cadereyta
Mercado de Artesanías Tequesquicalli
Paseo Gastronómico

Airports Near La Mesilla

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Felipe Ángeles International AirportNLULarge Airport
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade AirportSmall Airport
La Begoña AirportSmall Airport
Quinta Palos 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 Mesilla

What is the population of La Mesilla?

La Mesilla has a population of 1,573 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 268.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Mesilla?

La Mesilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.

How is the job market in La Mesilla?

The job market in La Mesilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 50 business establishments in the area.

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