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La Peña, Mexico
Hidalgo · Mexico
La Peña is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 876. Elevation: 6,617 ft (2,017 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 876 |
| Population Density | 214 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,617 ft (2,017 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.2693°, -98.9188° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Hidalgo |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.4 inches (569 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Peña
La Peña is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 876. The city sits at an elevation of 6,617 feet (2,017 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Peña vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 28 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Peña
La Peña has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 469 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 339 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,617 ft (2,017 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.2693°N, 98.9188°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (109 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 134 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 142 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 156 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 167 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 170 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
La Peña has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 56°F in December to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 19.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and December the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near La Peña
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA COMADRE 104.5 (Pachuca) - 104.5 FM - XHRD-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 104.5 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Disney (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalg o | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CRYSTAL 106.1 (Pachuca) - 106.1 FM - XHPCA-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RADIO DISNEY 95.7 (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| MIX 92.5 (Pachuca) - 92.5 FM - XHPK-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| VOX FM 94.5 (El Salvador) - 94.5 FM - YSEC - San Salvador, El Salvador | 94.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in La Peña
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajolotario Miquiztli Xolotl | ||||
| Archivo Historico y Museo de Mineria, Asociación Civil | ||||
| Casa de Cultura Pachuca | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Centro Cultural Bicentenario | ||||
| Centro Cultural del Ferrocarril | ||||
| Espacio Cultural Comunitario | ||||
| Foro cultural Efren Rebolledo | ||||
| Mina la Dificultad | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico y Sala de Fotografía | ||||
| Museo Casa Grande | ||||
| Museo de Arte Virreinal | ||||
| Museo de la Fotografía | ||||
| Museo de la Labranza | ||||
| Museo de Medicina Laboral | ||||
| Museo de miniaturas | ||||
| Museo de miniaturas | ||||
| Museo del Paste | ||||
| Museo El Rehilete | ||||
| Museo Mina Concepción | ||||
| Museo Municipal Santiago de Anaya | ||||
| Salon de la Fama del Futbol |
Libraries in La Peña
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archivo General del Estado de Hidalgo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Escolar | 0.0 | |||||
| biblioteca ixcuinquitlapilco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Horacio Baños | 0.0 | |||||
| Edificio IV | 0.0 | |||||
| Efren Rebolledo | 0.0 | |||||
| Horacio Baños | 0.0 | |||||
| Horacio Baños | 0.0 | |||||
| Profra. María Pineiro Ruíz | 0.0 | |||||
| UAEH Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Peña
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado 20 de noviembre | |||||
| Mercado 8 De Julio | |||||
| Mercado Aquiles Serdán | |||||
| Mercado Barreteros | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de flores | |||||
| Mercado El Palmar | |||||
| Mercado El Palmar | |||||
| Mercado Genaro Guzmán Mayer | |||||
| Mercado Juan C. Doria | |||||
| Mercado Las fuentes | |||||
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Morelos | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Revolución | |||||
| Mercado Sonorita | |||||
| Nuevo Mercado Benito Juárez | |||||
| Plaza El Parian | |||||
| tianguis de autos |
Restaurants in La Peña
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Peña
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Peña
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Felipe Ángeles International Airport | NLU | Large Airport |
| Base N°1 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez) | — | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Cap. Juan de Dios Ortiz | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Rancho Lanzarote | — | Small Airport |
| Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estación No. 9 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana | — | Small Airport |
| Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport | AZP | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in La Peña
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BUENA VOLUNTAD PACHUCA | ||
| CRIH Hidalgo | ||
| Neuròticos anonimos | ||
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Peña?
La Peña has a population of 876 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 214 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Peña?
La Peña enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches.
How is the job market in La Peña?
The job market in La Peña is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 28 business establishments in the area.