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La Ribera, Mexico

Baja California Sur · Mexico

La Ribera is a small town in Baja California Sur, Mexico with a population of 2,050. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,050 Population 7/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
13.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population2,050
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population2,050
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates23.5958°, -109.5859°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceBaja California Sur
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation13.0 inches (330 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Ribera

La Ribera is a small town in Mexico (Baja California Sur) with a population of 2,050. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 66 business establishments.

Income: La Ribera vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Ribera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 312 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 13.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.7°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area293.0 sq mi (758.9 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates23.5958°N, 109.5859°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.0"
66% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.08"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

227 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M5.3 on Jan 21, 2025.

Sep 13, 2015 95 km SW of Topolobampo, Mexico M6.7 147 km
Oct 3, 2002 111 km ESE of La Rivera, Mexico M6.5 112 km
Jun 18, 2023 Gulf of California M6.4 103 km
Sep 25, 2012 59 km NNE of La Paz, Mexico M6.3 133 km
Jun 22, 1991 101 km SW of Altata, Mexico M6.2 111 km
Jun 30, 1995 60 km N of La Paz, Mexico M6.2 138 km
Feb 18, 2004 78 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.9 78 km
Mar 18, 1994 86 km SSW of El Huitusi, Mexico M5.7 141 km
Jun 30, 1995 27 km N of La Paz, Mexico M5.7 112 km
Sep 22, 2017 77 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.6 77 km
Sep 13, 2015 99 km SSW of Topolobampo, Mexico M5.6 135 km
Jun 5, 2005 114 km SW of Las Arenitas, Mexico M5.6 125 km
Jul 7, 1998 112 km SSW of Altata, Mexico M5.5 122 km
Oct 5, 2012 109 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 109 km
Nov 5, 1998 81 km E of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 82 km
Jan 5, 2009 87 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.5 88 km
Oct 30, 2001 84 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.4 85 km
Jul 25, 2021 99 km ENE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.4 99 km
Apr 4, 2021 97 km SW of Altata, Mexico M5.4 107 km
Aug 7, 2015 86 km NE of La Rivera, Mexico M5.3 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

38 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lorena (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Lorena Category 1 244 km
2023 Norma Category 3 76 km
2021 Olaf Category 2 66 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 202 km
2020 Genevieve Category 2 166 km
2019 Lorena Category 1 15 km
2016 Newton Category 1 96 km
2014 Odile Category 3 62 km
2014 Norbert Category 2 220 km
2013 Manuel Category 1 152 km
2012 Paul Category 2 287 km
2009 Jimena Category 4 210 km
2008 Norbert Category 2 215 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 22 km
2006 Lane Category 3 243 km
2006 John Category 3 24 km
2005 Otis Category 2 290 km
2003 Ignacio Category 2 35 km
2003 Marty Category 2 34 km
2001 Juliette Category 2 164 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 85°F (30°C) 1.1 in
August 85°F (30°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 84°F (29°C) 5.1 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 1.5 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in

La Ribera has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 62°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 13.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.1") and June the driest (0.0").

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Farmers Markets in La Ribera

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Produce Stand

Hotels in La Ribera

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas

Monuments in La Ribera

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabo Pulmo National Park, Calle Santa Maria de la Rivera S/N, Centro, 23570 La Ribera, B.C.S., Mexico

Gas Stations in La Ribera

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex
Pemex

Airports Near La Ribera

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Los Cabos International AirportSJDLarge Airport
Cabo San Lucas International AirportCSWMedium Airport
Cabo Cortes AirstripSmall Airport
Carrizal AirportSmall Airport
El Pescadero AirstripSmall Airport
General Juan Domínguez Cota AirportSmall Airport
La Campana AirstripSmall Airport
Los Frailes AirstripSmall Airport
Península de los Sueños AirstripSmall Airport
Punta Colorada AirportPCOSmall Airport
Punta Pescadero AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Las Cruces AirstripSmall Airport
Todos Santos AirstripSmall Airport
VIP Baja AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in La Ribera

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Barriles Wellness Center

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mazatlan

🇲🇽 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 Ribera

What is the population of La Ribera?

La Ribera has a population of 2,050 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 293.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Ribera?

La Ribera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches.

How is the job market in La Ribera?

The job market in La Ribera is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 66 business establishments in the area.

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