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La Peña, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

La Peña is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 601. Elevation: 9,052 ft (2,759 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

601 Population 0/sq mi density
9,052 ft Elevation 2,759 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
45.4 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population601
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation9,052 ft (2,759 m)
Population601
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation9,052 ft (2,759 m)
Coordinates23.5696°, -105.3764°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.4 inches (1,153 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Peña

La Peña is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 601. The city sits at an elevation of 9,052 feet (2,759 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.4 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: La Peña vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Peña experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 9,052 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above Mexico avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,052 ft (2,759 m)
Area3,051.9 sq mi (7,904.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates23.5696°N, 105.3764°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.4"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.84"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 29, 2003.

Jul 29, 2003 28 km SSW of Esfuerzos Unidos, Mexico M4.5 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Roslyn (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 87 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 105 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 136 km
2018 Willa Category 3 65 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 293 km
2006 Lane Category 3 184 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 125 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 258 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 65 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 224 km
1989 Kiko Category 1 285 km
1986 Newton Category 1 295 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 201 km
1985 Waldo Category 2 238 km
1983 Tico Category 3 120 km
1981 Norma Category 2 115 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (114 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 114 km
Isabel, Isla Tuff cone(s) 95 m (312 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
March 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in Driest
May 58°F (14°C) 1.0 in
June 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in Warmest
July 61°F (16°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 9.0 in
September 60°F (15°C) 7.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
December 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in

La Peña has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 46°F in January to 62°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and April the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near La Peña

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coyotes AirportSmall Airport
El Carrizo Airstrip.Small Airport
El Palmarito AirstripSmall Airport
El Rosario AirstripSmall Airport
El Salto AirportSmall Airport
La Guajolota AirportSmall Airport
La Peña del Aguila AirportSmall Airport
Llano Grande de Milpillas Chico AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho del Carmen AirportSmall Airport
San Bernardino de Milpillas Chico AirstripSmall Airport
San Pedro AirstripSmall Airport
Santa María Magdalena de Taxicaringa AirstripSmall Airport
Tayoltita AirportSmall Airport
Yamoriba AirstripSmall Airport

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 Peña

What is the population of La Peña?

La Peña has a population of 601 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,051.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Peña?

La Peña has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches.

How is the job market in La Peña?

The job market in La Peña is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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