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Luis Moya, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

Luis Moya is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 842. Elevation: 6,302 ft (1,921 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

842 Population 1/sq mi density
6,302 ft Elevation 1,921 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
18.1 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population842
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)
Population842
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)
Coordinates24.5489°, -103.9634°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation18.1 inches (460 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Luis Moya

Luis Moya is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 842. The city sits at an elevation of 6,302 feet (1,921 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.1 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: Luis Moya vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Luis Moya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 72°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 18.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,302 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above Mexico avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,302 ft (1,921 m)
Area594.6 sq mi (1,539.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates24.5489°N, 103.9634°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.1"
52% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.20"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Sep 20, 2024.

Jul 29, 2003 28 km SSW of Esfuerzos Unidos, Mexico M4.5 117 km
Sep 20, 2024 10 km E of Emilio Carranza, Mexico M4.2 65 km
May 31, 1995 6 km WNW of Pasaje, Mexico M3.8 45 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Orlene (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Roslyn Category 3 192 km
2022 Orlene Category 1 285 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 293 km
2018 Willa Category 3 233 km
2002 Kenna Category 3 189 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 233 km
1981 Norma Category 2 274 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (66 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 66 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in Warmest
July 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
August 71°F (21°C) 5.2 in Wettest
September 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
November 59°F (15°C) 0.3 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in

Luis Moya has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 54°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.2") and March the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Luis Moya

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Guadalupe Victoria International AirportDGOMedium Airport
Francisco Sarabia AirportSmall Airport
La Peña del Aguila AirportSmall Airport
Las Praderas AirportSmall Airport
Ojitos de Santa Lucia AirportSmall Airport
Rodeo AirportSmall Airport
San Juan del Río del Centauro del Norte 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 Luis Moya

What is the population of Luis Moya?

Luis Moya has a population of 842 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 594.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Luis Moya?

Luis Moya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches.

How is the job market in Luis Moya?

Luis Moya has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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