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La Yerba, Mexico

Nuevo León · Mexico

La Yerba is a small town in Nuevo León, Mexico with a population of 773. Elevation: 5,715 ft (1,742 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

773 Population 2/sq mi density
5,715 ft Elevation 1,742 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
15.2 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population773
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation5,715 ft (1,742 m)
Population773
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,715 ft (1,742 m)
Coordinates23.9269°, -100.4825°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNuevo León
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation15.2 inches (386 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Yerba

La Yerba is a small town in Mexico (Nuevo León) with a population of 773. The city sits at an elevation of 5,715 feet (1,742 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.2 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: La Yerba vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Yerba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 15.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,715 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above Mexico avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,715 ft (1,742 m)
Area447.7 sq mi (1,159.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates23.9269°N, 100.4825°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.2"
60% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.44"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 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 M5.0 100 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 106 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 32 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 112 km
Jul 21, 2020 28 km SSW of Huachichil, Mexico M4.2 125 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 95 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 69 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 58 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Alex (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 162 km
2005 Emily Category 3 216 km
1988 Gilbert Category 3 186 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.5 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
April 67°F (20°C) 0.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in
August 69°F (21°C) 2.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in Driest
December 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in

La Yerba has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 55°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.4") and November the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near La Yerba

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Universidad (UASLP) (Matehuala) - 91.9 FM - XHUASM-FM - Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí - Matehuala, San Luis Potosí 91.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps

Stadiums & Teams in La Yerba

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near La Yerba

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(DELETE)Cedros MineSmall Airport
Aramberri AirportSmall Airport
El Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Engineer Manuel Moreno Torres National AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana de Vanegas 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 Yerba

What is the population of La Yerba?

La Yerba has a population of 773 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 447.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Yerba?

La Yerba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.2 inches.

How is the job market in La Yerba?

The job market in La Yerba is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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