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).
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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People
Climate
| Population | 699 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,978 ft (1,822 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.5582°, -99.6882° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Tamaulipas |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.6 inches (473 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.3°F |
| 14% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,978 ft (1,822 m) |
| Area | 1,250.4 sq mi (3,238.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.5582°N, 99.6882°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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").
Schools in La Peña
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAIC Col. Agrícola, La Peña | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near La Peña
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport | CVM | Medium Airport |
| (DELETE)Cedros Mine | - | Small Airport |
| Aramberri Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ciudad Tula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Tigre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Güémez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Escuadra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sigma Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Xicoténcatl Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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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. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches.
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