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Las Pilas, Mexico

Nayarit · Mexico

Las Pilas is a small town in Nayarit, Mexico with a population of 689. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

689 Population 2/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
56.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mazatlan Timezone

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People

Population689
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Population689
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates22.0344°, -105.1631°
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceNayarit
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation56.2 inches (1,428 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Pilas

Las Pilas is a small town in Mexico (Nayarit) with a population of 689. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mazatlan.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: Las Pilas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Pilas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area367.3 sq mi (951.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates22.0344°N, 105.1631°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.2"
48% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 16.06"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.0 on Feb 16, 2023.

Sep 14, 2010 60 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M5.6 100 km
Feb 11, 2007 102 km SW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M5.0 142 km
Jan 21, 2007 99 km SW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M4.8 139 km
Mar 22, 2014 83 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M4.8 145 km
Sep 26, 2009 77 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M4.5 142 km
Sep 14, 2010 74 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M4.5 116 km
Oct 28, 1998 4 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M4.4 68 km
Jul 4, 2008 8 km E of El Jicote, Mexico M4.4 39 km
Aug 12, 2007 59 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M4.2 140 km
Jun 15, 2013 4 km SE of Rincón de Guayabitos, Mexico M4.2 116 km
Mar 5, 2009 0 km WSW of San Francisco, Mexico M4.2 129 km
Feb 29, 2004 87 km WNW of Corral del Risco (Punta de Mita), Mexico M4.2 143 km
Apr 26, 2017 98 km SW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M4.2 138 km
Mar 28, 2017 98 km WSW of Santa Cruz, Mexico M4.1 144 km
Jul 5, 2015 5 km WSW of Zapotán, Mexico M4.1 111 km
Sep 15, 2010 89 km WSW of Villa Juárez, Mexico M4.0 128 km
Feb 16, 2023 64 km WSW of Palmar de Cuautla, Mexico M4.0 111 km
Aug 24, 2001 11 km E of Yago, Mexico M4.0 30 km
Mar 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Atonalisco, Mexico M4.0 56 km
Oct 29, 1998 19 km NNE of Santiago de Pochotitán, Mexico M3.9 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 4 159 km
2022 Roslyn Category 4 36 km
2022 Orlene Category 3 124 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 242 km
2021 Nora Category 1 161 km
2021 Enrique Category 1 249 km
2018 Willa Category 4 99 km
2015 Patricia Category 4 188 km
2011 Jova Category 2 216 km
2006 Lane Category 3 170 km
2006 John Category 2 258 km
2002 Kenna Category 5 10 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 164 km
1995 Henriette Category 1 275 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 92 km
1993 Calvin Category 2 238 km
1987 Eugene Category 1 260 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 213 km
1986 Newton Category 1 240 km
1983 Tico Category 3 151 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Isabel, Isla (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Isabel, Isla Tuff cone(s) 95 m (312 ft) Unknown 77 km
Ceboruco Stratovolcano 2,280 m (7,480 ft) 1875 122 km
Mascota Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,560 m (8,399 ft) Unknown 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
June 85°F (29°C) 5.6 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 14.9 in
August 83°F (28°C) 16.1 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 12.6 in
October 82°F (28°C) 3.2 in
November 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in

Las Pilas has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 72°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 56.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.1") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Las Pilas

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jose Maria Morelos
Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez
Santos Morales Solano
Xicotencatl
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Radio Stations near Las Pilas

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA PATRONA 94.5 (Santiago) - 94.5 FM - XHSI-FM - Alica Medios - Santiago Ixcuintla, Nayarit 94.5 fm, alica medios MP3 96 kbps
Tuba Stereo (Tecuala) - 92.5 FM / 570 AM - XHETD-FM / XETD-AM - Alica Medios - Tecuala, NA 570, 570 am MP3
La patrona - 94.1 FM [Chihuahua, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps
La patrona - 95.1 FM [Bocoyna, Chihuahua] music, news MP3 128 kbps
La Patrona (Acaponeta) - 98.1 FM - XHLH-FM - Alica Medios - Acaponeta, NA 98.1, 98.1 fm MP3

Airports Near Las Pilas

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amado Nervo National AirportTPQMedium Airport
Acaponeta AirportSmall Airport
Dolores Nay AirportSmall Airport
Higuera Gorda AirportSmall Airport
Huaynamota AirportSmall Airport
Huazamota AirstripSmall Airport
Jazmines de Coyultita AirstripSmall Airport
Jesus Maria AirportSmall Airport
La Pochoteca AirportSmall Airport
Las Bugambilias AirportSmall Airport
Las Higueras AirportSmall Airport
Las Norias AirstripSmall Airport
Loma Bonita de Puerta Azul AirportSmall Airport
Los Gavilanes AirportSmall Airport
Mesa de Los Huicholes AirstripSmall Airport
Mesa del Nayar AirportSmall Airport
Nahuatl AirstripSmall Airport
Pista Aérea de TuxpanSmall Airport
San Bias AirportSmall Airport
Teacapán Naval Air Station / Escuinapa National AirportSmall Airport
Zoquipan AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mazatlan

🇲🇽 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 Pilas

What is the population of Las Pilas?

Las Pilas has a population of 689 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 367.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Pilas?

Las Pilas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.2 inches.

How is the job market in Las Pilas?

The job market in Las Pilas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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