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La Peña, Mexico

Tamaulipas · Mexico

La Peña is a small town in Tamaulipas, Mexico with a population of 699. Elevation: 5,978 ft (1,822 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

699 Population 1/sq mi density
5,978 ft Elevation 1,822 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
18.6 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population699
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation5,978 ft (1,822 m)
Population699
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,978 ft (1,822 m)
Coordinates23.5582°, -99.6882°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTamaulipas
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (473 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Peña

La Peña is a small town in Mexico (Tamaulipas) with a population of 699. The city sits at an elevation of 5,978 feet (1,822 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: La Peña vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Peña enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,978 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above Mexico avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,978 ft (1,822 m)
Area1,250.4 sq mi (3,238.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates23.5582°N, 99.6882°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 68 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 76 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 119 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 128 km
May 29, 2012 31 km NW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 144 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 121 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 105 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 33 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 85 km
2005 Emily Category 3 189 km
2003 Erika Category 1 279 km
2000 Keith Category 1 212 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 299 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 147 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in
August 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in Wettest
October 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.5 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in

La Peña has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 53°F in January to 67°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.4").

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Schools in La Peña

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CAIC Col. Agrícola, La Peña
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Airports Near La Peña

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Pedro Jose Mendez International AirportCVMMedium Airport
(DELETE)Cedros MineSmall Airport
Aramberri AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Tula AirportSmall Airport
El Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Güémez AirportSmall Airport
La Escuadra AirportSmall Airport
Sigma AirstripSmall Airport
Xicoténcatl AirportSmall 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 699 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,250.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Peña?

La Peña enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches.

How is the job market in La Peña?

The job market in La Peña is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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