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La Yesca, Mexico
Nayarit · Mexico
La Yesca is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 534. Elevation: 4,705 ft (1,434 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 534 |
| Population Density | 694 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,705 ft (1,434 m) |
| Coordinates | 21.3187°, -104.0116° |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Nayarit |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.4 inches (898 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Yesca
La Yesca is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 534. The city sits at an elevation of 4,705 feet (1,434 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.
Income: La Yesca vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 17 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,705 ft (1,434 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 694/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 21.3187°N, 104.0116°W |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ceboruco (56 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ceboruco | Stratovolcano | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | 1875 | 56 km |
| Mascota Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,560 m (8,399 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in |
La Yesca has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 65°F in January to 78°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Schools in La Yesca
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concepcion Lopez Rodriguez | — | — | — | — |
| Cursos Comunitarios | — | — | — | — |
| Cursos Comunitarios | — | — | — | — |
| Francisco I. Madero | — | — | — | — |
| Justo Sierra | — | — | — | — |
| Venustiano Carranza | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near La Yesca
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Ramón López Velarde | — | Small Airport |
| Amatlan de Jora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apozolco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cap. Jorge García Lopez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chimaltitán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Trapiche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guadalupe Ocotan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Higuera Gorda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huajimic Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huaynamota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Insurgente Marcos Escobedo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jazmines de Coyultita Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Ciruelilla Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Pochoteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Higueras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mecatillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pacana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Popota Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Puente de Camotlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Ixtapalapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Martin De Bolaños Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Martín de Bolaños Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tuxpan de Bolaños Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vientos de la Vega Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zapopan Air Force Base | — | Small Airport |
| Zoquipan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Yesca?
La Yesca has a population of 534 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 694 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Yesca?
La Yesca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches.
How is the job market in La Yesca?
La Yesca has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.