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Playa Larga, Mexico

Tabasco · Mexico

Playa Larga is a small town in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 921. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

921 Population 2,362/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
67.0 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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People

Population921
Density2,362/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain67.0 in/yr
Sunny Days214/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population921
Population Density2,362 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates17.9363°, -91.8091°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation67.0 inches (1,702 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Playa Larga

Playa Larga is a small town in Mexico (Tabasco) with a population of 921. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.0 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 29 business establishments.

Income: Playa Larga vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)29

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Playa Larga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days214 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,362/sq mi
Coordinates17.9363°N, 91.8091°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.0"
76% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.83"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 7, 2024.

Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 104 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 120 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 86 km
Jul 18, 1993 0 km ESE of Pablo L. Sidar, Mexico M4.5 129 km
Feb 11, 2007 0 km W of Cunduacán, Mexico M4.4 146 km
Oct 19, 1996 3 km W of Yibeljoj, Mexico M4.4 134 km
May 29, 2007 8 km NE of Xicoténcatl, Mexico M4.4 97 km
Jan 19, 1999 2 km ESE of Raya Zaragoza, Mexico M4.4 109 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 149 km
Dec 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Benito González, Mexico M4.3 92 km
Apr 25, 2008 9 km NNW of José Colomo, Mexico M4.3 74 km
Jan 18, 2014 5 km NNE of Netzahualcóyotl, Mexico M4.3 45 km
Mar 9, 2011 28 km S of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 103 km
Oct 9, 2009 23 km NNE of Frontera Corozal, Mexico M4.2 148 km
May 14, 1999 12 km S of Tenosique, Mexico M4.2 75 km
Jan 26, 1996 2 km NE of Ixtapangajoya, Mexico M4.2 133 km
Aug 7, 2024 14 km SE of Tenosique, Mexico M4.2 80 km
Mar 20, 2007 3 km NW of El Mango, Mexico M4.2 88 km
May 20, 2008 15 km ESE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.2 126 km
Jan 16, 2014 7 km E of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M4.1 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 294 km
2011 Nate Category 1 199 km
2010 Karl Category 2 243 km
2010 Richard Category 1 283 km
2007 Dean Category 2 171 km
2005 Stan Category 1 279 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 177 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (163 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 163 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 2.6 in
March 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in Driest
April 83°F (29°C) 1.7 in
May 85°F (30°C) 4.2 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 8.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 6.9 in
August 83°F (28°C) 8.5 in
September 82°F (28°C) 10.8 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 9.8 in
November 78°F (25°C) 5.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in

Playa Larga has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 74°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.8") and March the driest (1.7").

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Museums in Playa Larga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Ventura Marín Azcuaga

Libraries in Playa Larga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Publica0.0

Farmers Markets in Playa Larga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Chablé
Mercado Municipal

Gas Stations in Playa Larga

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near Playa Larga

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ciudad del Carmen International AirportCMEMedium Airport
Balancan AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
El Freno AirfieldSmall Airport
Los Bravos De Bonfil AirportSmall Airport
Mata Larga AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Laguna Blanca, S.A. de C.V. AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
Palizada AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique AirportSmall Airport
Xiquipilli AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Merida

🇲🇽 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 Playa Larga

What is the population of Playa Larga?

Playa Larga has a population of 921 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2,362 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Playa Larga?

Playa Larga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches.

How is the job market in Playa Larga?

The job market in Playa Larga is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 29 business establishments in the area.

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