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Las Palomas (Lajillas), Mexico

Nuevo León · Mexico

Las Palomas (Lajillas) is a small town in Nuevo León, Mexico with a population of 621. Elevation: 5,863 ft (1,787 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

621 Population 0/sq mi density
5,863 ft Elevation 1,787 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
18.3 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population621
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation5,863 ft (1,787 m)
Population621
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation5,863 ft (1,787 m)
Coordinates23.5461°, -100.1808°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNuevo León
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.3 inches (465 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Palomas (Lajillas)

Las Palomas (Lajillas) is a small town in Mexico (Nuevo León) with a population of 621. The city sits at an elevation of 5,863 feet (1,787 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.3 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: Las Palomas (Lajillas) vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Palomas (Lajillas) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 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 18.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,863 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above Mexico avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,863 ft (1,787 m)
Area2,761.7 sq mi (7,152.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates23.5461°N, 100.1808°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.3"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.07"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 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 51 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 59 km
Jun 4, 2004 5 km NNW of San Isidro, Mexico M4.4 75 km
Jul 30, 1992 12 km E of Iturbide, Mexico M4.3 135 km
Sep 20, 2000 11 km SSW of Iturbide, Mexico M4.2 122 km
Apr 17, 2006 21 km WNW of La Ascensión, Mexico M4.1 99 km
Jun 25, 2013 22 km E of Doctor Arroyo, Mexico M4.0 28 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Alex Category 2 134 km
2005 Emily Category 3 221 km
2000 Keith Category 1 256 km
1988 Gilbert Category 3 183 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.6 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
May 71°F (22°C) 2.5 in
June 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.3 in
August 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in
September 69°F (20°C) 3.1 in Wettest
October 65°F (19°C) 1.6 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Driest
December 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in

Las Palomas (Lajillas) has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 57°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.1") and November the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Las Palomas (Lajillas)

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

Airports Near Las Palomas (Lajillas)

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(DELETE)Cedros MineSmall Airport
Aramberri AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Tula AirportSmall Airport
El Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Engineer Manuel Moreno Torres National AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ana de Vanegas AirportSmall Airport
Sigma AirstripSmall 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 Las Palomas (Lajillas)

What is the population of Las Palomas (Lajillas)?

Las Palomas (Lajillas) has a population of 621 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,761.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Palomas (Lajillas)?

Las Palomas (Lajillas) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches.

How is the job market in Las Palomas (Lajillas)?

Las Palomas (Lajillas) has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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