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La Misión, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

La Misión is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 1,004. Elevation: 942 ft (287 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1,004 Population 14/sq mi density
942 ft Elevation 287 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
26.8 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population1,004
Density14/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.4%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Population1,004
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Coordinates23.8032°, -99.1711°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation26.8 inches (680 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Misión

La Misión is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 1,004. The city sits at an elevation of 942 feet (287 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.8 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 32 business establishments.

Income: La Misión vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in La Misión

La Misión has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.8°C), the coldest is Dec (16.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 908 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.1°C / 63°F 10.2° / 24° 21.6
Feb 19.4°C / 67°F 12.1° / 26.8° 18.0
Mar 22.6°C / 73°F 14.6° / 30.5° 27.7
Apr 25.9°C / 79°F 17.9° / 33.9° 44.6
May 28.1°C / 83°F 20.7° / 35.5° 67.5
Jun 29.4°C / 85°F 22.4° / 36.4° 116.9
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 22.3° / 36.3° 114.4
Aug 29.8°C / 86°F 22.2° / 37.3° 88.7
Sep 27.4°C / 81°F 21.1° / 33.7° 263.7
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 17.9° / 31.2° 99.4
Nov 20.4°C / 69°F 13.7° / 27.1° 23.7
Dec 16.9°C / 62°F 10.4° / 23.4° 21.3
La Misión has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 942 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average70.8°F
31% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Area72.6 sq mi (188.0 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates23.8032°N, 99.1711°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.8"
30% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.51"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 125 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 133 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 118 km
May 29, 2012 31 km NW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 107 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 119 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 117 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ingrid (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Ingrid Category 1 281 km
2010 Alex Category 2 28 km
2005 Emily Category 3 141 km
2003 Erika Category 1 222 km
2000 Keith Category 1 187 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 288 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 96 km
1983 Barry Category 1 245 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
April 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in
June 79°F (26°C) 3.9 in Warmest
July 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
August 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
September 76°F (24°C) 5.5 in Wettest
October 71°F (22°C) 2.2 in
November 65°F (19°C) 0.6 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in

La Misión has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 59°F in January to 79°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (0.5").

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Radio Stations near La Misión

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA SABROSITA 92.5 (Ciudad Victoria) - 92.5 FM - XHCCCN-FM - Grupo Radio Alegría - Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas 92.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Radio UAT (Ciudad Victoria) - 102.5 FM - XHUNI-FM - Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas - Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas 102.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 94.5 (Ciudad Victoria) - 94.5 FM - XHBJ-FM - ORT Radio - Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas 94.5 fm, américa MP3 64 kbps

Museums in La Misión

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Historia Natural de Tamaulipas
Museo de Historia Natural de Tamaulipas
Museo Regional de Historia de Tamaulipas
Museo Regional de Historia de Tamaulipas

Libraries in La Misión

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in La Misión

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Pedro Argüelles

Stadiums & Teams in La Misión

TeamLeagueDivision
Estadio de basquetbol Raga
Estadio Marte Rodolfo Gómez Segura
Estadio Universitario Prof. Eugenio Alvizo Porras
Gimnasio Multidisciplinario de la UAT

Airports Near La Misión

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Pedro Jose Mendez International AirportCVMMedium Airport
Aerofumigaciones Quila AirportSmall Airport
Aramberri AirportSmall Airport
El Caracol AirportSmall Airport
El Jefe AirstripSmall Airport
El Paraíso Uno AirportSmall Airport
Guadalupe de Llera AirportSmall Airport
Güémez AirportSmall Airport
La Escuadra AirportSmall Airport
La Trinidad AirportSmall Airport
Los Barrancos AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Loma Prieta AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Tinieblo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho La Paloma AirportSmall Airport
Turismo Lago Guerrero AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Misión

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro de Rehabliitación Renacer
Centro de Salud
Victoria

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Monterrey

🇲🇽 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 Misión

What is the population of La Misión?

La Misión has a population of 1,004 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 72.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Misión?

La Misión has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches.

How is the job market in La Misión?

The job market in La Misión is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.

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