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La Tapona, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

La Tapona is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 528. Elevation: 3,675 ft (1,120 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

528 Population 60/sq mi density
3,675 ft Elevation 1,120 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
18.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population528
Density60/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation3,675 ft (1,120 m)
Population528
Population Density60 / sq mi
Elevation3,675 ft (1,120 m)
Coordinates21.9947°, -100.1778°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation18.5 inches (471 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Tapona

La Tapona is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 528. The city sits at an elevation of 3,675 feet (1,120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: La Tapona vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

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Commute & Transportation

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Climate in La Tapona

La Tapona has an average annual temperature of 22.6°C (73°F). The hottest month is May (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (16.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 541 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.9°C / 62°F 9.3° / 24.5° 11.4
Feb 19.1°C / 66°F 10.4° / 27.8° 16.1
Mar 22.4°C / 72°F 13.2° / 31.6° 6.6
Apr 25.2°C / 77°F 15.9° / 34.4° 15.9
May 27.2°C / 81°F 18.6° / 35.7° 37.5
Jun 26.4°C / 80°F 19.2° / 33.6° 59.2
Jul 25.4°C / 78°F 18.6° / 32.1° 111.9
Aug 25.6°C / 78°F 18.5° / 32.8° 91.0
Sep 24.5°C / 76°F 18.2° / 30.8° 109.5
Oct 22.3°C / 72°F 15.4° / 29.2° 53.3
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 12.1° / 26.4° 20.1
Dec 17°C / 63°F 9.6° / 24.4° 8.5
La Tapona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 68°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 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,675 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,675 ft (1,120 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (23.0 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates21.9947°N, 100.1778°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.5"
51% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.39"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 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 M5.0 122 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 114 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 74 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 103 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 142 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 78 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 112 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 93 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 122 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 140 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 114 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 112 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 97 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 70 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 103 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 140 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 93 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 138 km
Apr 8, 1998 21 km SE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M3.3 100 km
Feb 17, 1993 10 km NNE of Arroyo Seco, Mexico M3.2 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 240 km
2000 Keith Category 1 244 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 260 km
1993 Gert Category 2 218 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
May 71°F (21°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
August 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in

La Tapona has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 57°F in January to 71°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and March the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near La Tapona

1 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in La Tapona

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
IMAC
Museo Interactivo Colibrí
Museo Interactivo Colibrí
Museo Regional de Rioverde
Museo Sacro

Libraries in La Tapona

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Muinicipal0.0
Biblioteca Sor Juana Ines de La Cruz0.0

Farmers Markets in La Tapona

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Colón

Airports Near La Tapona

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo La RocaSmall Airport
Campo Ríoverde National AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El JaralitoSmall Airport
Villa de Arista AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 Tapona

What is the population of La Tapona?

La Tapona has a population of 528 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Tapona?

La Tapona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches.

How is the job market in La Tapona?

The job market in La Tapona is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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