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La Palma, Mexico

Hidalgo · Mexico

La Palma is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 600. Elevation: 2,274 ft (693 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

600 Population 3/sq mi density
2,274 ft Elevation 693 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
53.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population600
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation2,274 ft (693 m)
Population600
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation2,274 ft (693 m)
Coordinates20.8776°, -99.0625°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceHidalgo
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation53.0 inches (1,347 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Palma

La Palma is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 600. The city sits at an elevation of 2,274 feet (693 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: La Palma vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Palma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,274 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.2°F
28% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,274 ft (693 m)
Area233.8 sq mi (605.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates20.8776°N, 99.0625°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
40% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.34"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

52 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 111 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 67 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 94 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 75 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 87 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 30 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 92 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 48 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 62 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 69 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 113 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 48 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 74 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 86 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 74 km
Aug 7, 2005 2 km W of San Isidro, Mexico M4.0 130 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 34 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 61 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 30 km
Feb 6, 2005 0 km NNE of Progreso de Alvaro Obregon, Mexico M3.7 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 148 km
2017 Katia Category 2 206 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 275 km
2007 Dean Category 2 188 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 208 km
2000 Keith Category 1 226 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 163 km
1993 Gert Category 2 83 km
1990 Diana Category 2 173 km
1988 Debby Category 1 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (179 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Papayo Lava dome 3,600 m (11,811 ft) Unknown 179 km
Iztaccihuatl Stratovolcano 5,230 m (17,159 ft) Unknown 194 km
Chichinautzin Volcanic field 3,930 m (12,894 ft) 400 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
February 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.2 in
May 76°F (25°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in
July 74°F (24°C) 4.4 in
August 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in
September 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in Wettest
October 69°F (20°C) 3.4 in
November 65°F (19°C) 1.4 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest

La Palma has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 63°F in December to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (0.6").

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Airports Near La Palma

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall 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 Palma

What is the population of La Palma?

La Palma has a population of 600 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 233.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Palma?

La Palma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches.

How is the job market in La Palma?

The job market in La Palma is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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