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La Palma, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

La Palma is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 1,160. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

1,160 Population 4/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
14.0 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population1,160
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population1,160
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates28.0503°, -110.7011°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation14.0 inches (355 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Palma

La Palma is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 1,160. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.0 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 37 business establishments.

Income: La Palma vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in La Palma

La Palma has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F). The hottest month is Aug (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (17.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 255 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.6°C / 64°F 9.6° / 25.5° 9.5
Feb 18.6°C / 65°F 10.6° / 26.5° 5.2
Mar 20.4°C / 69°F 12.2° / 28.6° 4.8
Apr 22.8°C / 73°F 14.9° / 30.7° 0.6
May 25.6°C / 78°F 17.7° / 33.6° 0.0
Jun 29.4°C / 85°F 23.1° / 35.7° 4.4
Jul 31.3°C / 88°F 26.2° / 36.4° 38.0
Aug 31.6°C / 89°F 26.5° / 36.7° 68.8
Sep 30.6°C / 87°F 25.1° / 36° 81.8
Oct 26.4°C / 80°F 19.3° / 33.5° 19.2
Nov 22°C / 72°F 14.3° / 29.6° 11.9
Dec 17.6°C / 64°F 9.9° / 25.4° 10.7
La Palma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 311 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 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area273.9 sq mi (709.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates28.0503°N, 110.7011°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.0"
63% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.86"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

112 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 28, 2025.

Jan 4, 2006 75 km SSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M6.6 139 km
Jul 30, 2006 76 km E of Mulegé, Mexico M5.9 141 km
Mar 24, 2000 51 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.6 81 km
Aug 10, 2014 65 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.5 100 km
Jul 31, 2021 60 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.5 94 km
Apr 26, 2011 73 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.3 105 km
Jan 21, 2022 76 km SSW of Bahía de Lobos, Mexico M5.3 144 km
May 28, 2006 88 km NNE of Loreto, Mexico M5.2 147 km
Aug 6, 2022 67 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.2 102 km
Oct 3, 1992 58 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.2 89 km
Jan 4, 2006 69 km N of Santa Rosalía, Mexico M5.2 142 km
May 24, 2011 65 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.1 99 km
Jan 12, 2011 57 km ENE of Mulegé, Mexico M5.0 135 km
Apr 20, 2011 67 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M5.0 96 km
Sep 10, 2011 83 km SSW of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M4.9 141 km
Jun 11, 1990 65 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.8 91 km
Oct 11, 1992 54 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.8 88 km
Feb 24, 1993 52 km S of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M4.7 131 km
Jul 17, 1991 62 km WSW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.7 98 km
Dec 26, 1999 55 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Newton (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Newton Category 1 219 km
2014 Odile Category 1 219 km
2009 Jimena Category 1 225 km
2008 Norbert Category 1 213 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 161 km
2003 Marty Category 1 214 km
1996 Fausto Category 1 283 km
1986 Newton Category 1 175 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
March 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
April 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
June 87°F (30°C) 0.4 in
July 89°F (32°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 88°F (31°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 87°F (31°C) 2.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in

La Palma has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 64°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near La Palma

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA SUPER GRUPERA 102.1 (Guaymas) - 102.1 FM - XHEPS-FM - Grupo Radio Guaymas - Guaymas, Sonora 102.1 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
99.5 Digital (Guaymas) - 99.5 FM - XHDR-FM - Grupo Radio Guaymas - Guaymas, Sonora 99.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
AMOR 101.3 (Guaymas) - 101.3 FM / 630 AM - XHFX-FM / XEFX-AM - Grupo ASVA - Guaymas, Sonora 101.3 fm, 630 am AAC+ 128 kbps
Red 102.3 (US) country MP3 128 kbps
DIGITAL 99.5 (Guaymas) - 99.5 FM - XHDR-FM - Grupo Radio Guaymas - Guaymas, Sonora 99.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
AMOR 101 (Guaymas) - 101.3 FM / 630 AM - XHFX-FM / XEFX-AM - Grupo ASVA - Guaymas, Sonora 101.3 fm, 630 am AAC+ 128 kbps
AMOR 101 101.3 (Guaymas) - 101.3 FM - XHFX-FM - Grupo ASVA - Guaymas, Sonora 101.3 fm, 630 am AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in La Palma

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Ferrocarrilero

Libraries in La Palma

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in La Palma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal de Guaymas

Airports Near La Palma

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General José María Yáñez International AirportGYMMedium Airport
Aeroservicios La Victoria AirportSmall Airport
Campo San Pablo AirstripSmall Airport
Campo Sonora AirstripSmall Airport
Club Aereo Del Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
El Arenoso AirportSmall Airport
El Rodriguez AirportSmall Airport
El Sudadero AirportSmall Airport
Fumigaciones Aereas Cervantes AirportSmall Airport
La Huerta AirportSmall Airport
Leo AirportSmall Airport
Nuestra Señora de Loreto AirportSmall Airport
Pueblo Yaqui AirportSmall Airport
San Agustin AirportSmall Airport
San Joaquin AitportSmall Airport
San Martin AirportSmall Airport
Santa Barbara I AirportSmall Airport
Santa Patricia AirportSmall Airport
Solidaridad AirportSmall Airport
Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Úrsulo Galván AirstripSmall Airport
Vicam AirportSmall Airport

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 Palma

What is the population of La Palma?

La Palma has a population of 1,160 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 273.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Palma?

La Palma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.0 inches.

How is the job market in La Palma?

The job market in La Palma is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

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