La Paz, Mexico
Jalisco · Mexico
La Paz is a small town in Jalisco, Mexico with a population of 1,342. Elevation: 6,978 ft (2,127 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About La Paz
La Paz is the capital and largest city of the Mexican state of Baja California Sur, with a 2020 census population of 250,141 inhabitants, making it the most populous city in the state. La Paz is located in La Paz Municipality, the fourth-largest municipality in Mexico by area, with a population of 292,241.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,342 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,978 ft (2,127 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.8161°, -101.7679° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Jalisco |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.1 inches (333 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Paz
La Paz is a small town in Mexico (Jalisco) with a population of 1,342. The city sits at an elevation of 6,978 feet (2,127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,978 ft (2,127 m) |
| Area | 608.7 sq mi (1,576.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.8161°N, 101.7679°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
La Paz has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 54°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and March the driest (0.2").
Schools in La Paz
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuauhtemoc | - | - | - | - |
| Ricardo Flores Magon | - | - | - | - |
| Pedro Moreno | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near La Paz
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORO FM 88.1 (Tepezalá) - 88.1 FM - XHSCJS-FM - Voces de Tepezalá, Cultura de mi Pueblo, A.C. - Tepezalá, Aguascalientes | 88.1 fm, aguascalientes | MP3 |
Farmers Markets in La Paz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in La Paz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Paz
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguascalientes International Airport | AGU | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo del Fraccionamento Vergel de la Sierra | - | Small Airport |
| Francisco Primo de Verdad y Ramos Airport | LOM | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About La Paz
What is the population of La Paz?
La Paz has a population of 1,342 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 608.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Paz?
La Paz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 13.1 inches.
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