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Las Varas, Mexico

Chihuahua · Mexico

Las Varas is a small town in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 2,410. Elevation: 3,868 ft (1,179 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,410 Population 9/sq mi density
3,868 ft Elevation 1,179 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
13.0 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone

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About Las Varas

Las Varas is a small town located in the state of Nayarit, Mexico, about 100 km north of Puerto Vallarta, and is part of the Compostela municipality. As of the 2020 census, the population of the town was 14,419. The economy is largely based around agriculture, as it is surrounded by fruit, tobacco, and bean farms.

People

Population2,410
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation3,868 ft (1,179 m)
Population2,410
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation3,868 ft (1,179 m)
Coordinates28.1544°, -105.3418°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation13.0 inches (329 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Varas

Las Varas is a small town in Mexico (Chihuahua) with a population of 2,410. The city sits at an elevation of 3,868 feet (1,179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is America/Chihuahua.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 77 business establishments.

Income: Las Varas vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)77

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Las Varas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 312 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 13.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,868 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above Mexico avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,868 ft (1,179 m)
Area280.7 sq mi (727.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates28.1544°N, 105.3418°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.0"
66% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.03"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

57 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 11, 2021.

Sep 21, 2013 19 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M5.4 51 km
Sep 21, 2013 16 km W of Naica, Mexico M4.8 47 km
Oct 4, 2013 15 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.7 48 km
Sep 15, 2013 22 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.6 55 km
Jan 20, 2014 27 km NNE of Valle de Zaragoza, Mexico M4.5 64 km
Oct 11, 2013 20 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.4 55 km
Dec 15, 2013 39 km NW of Valle de Zaragoza, Mexico M4.3 87 km
Aug 29, 2013 29 km NW of Valle de Zaragoza, Mexico M4.3 83 km
Aug 28, 2013 26 km N of Valle de Zaragoza, Mexico M4.2 66 km
Oct 11, 2013 27 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 60 km
Sep 6, 2013 23 km SSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 60 km
Jul 29, 2011 27 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 60 km
Oct 20, 2013 13 km SSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 49 km
Sep 13, 2013 25 km WNW of Boquilla de Babisas (La Boquilla de Conchos), Mexico M4.2 64 km
Sep 11, 2013 4 km WNW of Kilómetro Noventa y Nueve, Mexico M4.2 28 km
Aug 28, 2013 19 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 52 km
Sep 11, 2013 22 km SW of Naica, Mexico M4.2 57 km
Nov 1, 2013 17 km SW of Naica, Mexico M4.1 52 km
Aug 28, 2013 20 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.1 55 km
Nov 1, 2013 20 km WSW of Naica, Mexico M4.1 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.2 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in
May 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 1.4 in Warmest
July 80°F (26°C) 2.8 in
August 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 74°F (23°C) 2.7 in
October 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.3 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in

Las Varas has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 50°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 13.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and March the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Las Varas

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FIESTA MEXICANA 94.5 (Delicias) - 94.5 FM - XHCDS-FM - Promosat Chihuahua - Delicias, Chihuahua 94.5 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps
LIKE FM 101.3 (Delicias) - 101.3 FM - XHBN-FM - GRD Multimedia - Delicias, Chihuahua 101.3 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 100.5 (Delicias) - 100.5 FM - XHBZ-FM - Sigma Radio - Delicias, Chihuahua 100.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps
FIESTA 94.5 (Delicias) - 94.5 FM - XHCDS-FM - Delicias, Chihuahua 94.5 fm, américa MP3 24 kbps

Museums in Las Varas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Paleontología
Museo del Desierto Chihuahuense

Libraries in Las Varas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0
Biblioteca pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Las Varas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abarrotes La Esquina
Mercado Benito Juárez
mercado de saucillo
Mercado Morelos
mercado municipal

Gas Stations in Las Varas

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MX #9561700934
MX #9561724250
Pemex E07908

Stadiums & Teams in Las Varas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Las Varas

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International AirportCUULarge Airport
Air Base No. 11 Santa GertrudisSmall Airport
C.P.A. Rodolfo Amparan Rosales AirportSmall Airport
Camargo AirportSmall Airport
El Cachorro AirportSmall Airport
Huerta 7433 AirstripSmall Airport
Los Pozos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Cerro Blanco AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Ana AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Maria AirportSmall Airport
Santa Ema AirportSmall Airport
Santo Niño AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Las Varas

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Carlos Vega Ortopedista

Churches & Religious Organizations in Las Varas

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Isidro Labrador

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Chihuahua

🇲🇽 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 Varas

What is the population of Las Varas?

Las Varas has a population of 2,410 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 280.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Varas?

Las Varas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches.

How is the job market in Las Varas?

The job market in Las Varas is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 77 business establishments in the area.

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