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La Venta, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
La Venta is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 2,161. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About La Venta
La Venta is a pre-Columbian archaeological site of the Olmec civilization located in the present-day Mexican state of Tabasco. Some of the artifacts have been moved to the museum Parque-Meseo La Venta, which is in nearby Villahermosa, the capital of Tabasco.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 2,161 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.5711°, -94.8177° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.5 inches (1,105 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Venta
La Venta is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 2,161. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Venta vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 69 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 50.0 sq mi (129.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.5711°N, 94.8177°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.6 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 1.6 m | 10 | 148 km |
| 1965 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 6 | 109 km |
| 2022 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 130 km |
| 2025 | OFF COAST OF OAXACA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 91 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (191 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.6 in |
La Venta has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 76°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.5") and March the driest (0.3").
Museums in La Venta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de La cultura de Juchitan |
Libraries in La Venta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de la Estacion del Tren | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Venta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "El Mercadito" | |||||
| Mercado "5 de Septiembre" | |||||
| Mercado 5 de Septiembre |
Gas Stations in La Venta
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in La Venta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveceria Cuauhtemoc |
Stadiums & Teams in La Venta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Venta
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Antonio Cárdenas Rodríguez National Airport / Ixtepec Air Base | IZT | Medium Airport |
| C.P.A. Leonardo López Hernandez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estación Aeronaval de Salina Cruz | SCX | Small Airport |
| Llano Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Venta?
La Venta has a population of 2,161 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 50.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Venta?
La Venta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.
How is the job market in La Venta?
The job market in La Venta is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 69 business establishments in the area.