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La Parada, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

La Parada is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 576. Elevation: 3,117 ft (950 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

576 Population 1/sq mi density
3,117 ft Elevation 950 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
44.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population576
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment29.9%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation3,117 ft (950 m)
Population576
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,117 ft (950 m)
Coordinates21.5167°, -99.4636°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation44.1 inches (1,121 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Parada

La Parada is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 576. The city sits at an elevation of 3,117 feet (950 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 29.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: La Parada vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment29.9%
731% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Parada has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,117 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,117 ft (950 m)
Area457.5 sq mi (1,185.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates21.5167°N, 99.4636°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.1"
16% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.55"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 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 31 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 19 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 12 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 34 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 53 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 13 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 27 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 127 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 100 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 134 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 62 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 32 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 25 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 44 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 25 km
May 20, 2010 3 km N of La Estancia, Mexico M3.9 142 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 61 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 144 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 134 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 53 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 3 215 km
2017 Katia Category 1 266 km
2010 Alex Category 2 260 km
2007 Dean Category 2 251 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 270 km
2000 Keith Category 1 201 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 183 km
1993 Gert Category 2 129 km
1990 Diana Category 2 225 km
1988 Debby Category 1 242 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
April 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in
July 78°F (26°C) 6.5 in
August 78°F (26°C) 6.5 in
September 77°F (25°C) 10.6 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
December 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in

La Parada has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.6") and February the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near La Parada

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Buenavista Radio 102.9 FM alternative, independent MP3 320 kbps
Espectacular 91.7 FM baladas en español, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in La Parada

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Comunitario Pame Xi’oi

Airports Near La Parada

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campo Ríoverde National AirportSmall Airport
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Covadonga AirportSmall Airport
Hualul AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall 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 Parada

What is the population of La Parada?

La Parada has a population of 576 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 457.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Parada?

La Parada has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches.

How is the job market in La Parada?

The job market in La Parada faces challenges, with unemployment at 29.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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