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San Francisco de Lajas, Mexico

Durango · Mexico

San Francisco de Lajas is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 610. Elevation: 5,131 ft (1,564 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

610 Population 0/sq mi density
5,131 ft Elevation 1,564 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
America / Monterrey Timezone

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People

Population610
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation5,131 ft (1,564 m)
Population610
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation5,131 ft (1,564 m)
Coordinates23.1181°, -105.1022°
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceDurango
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (991 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Francisco de Lajas

San Francisco de Lajas is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 610. The city sits at an elevation of 5,131 feet (1,564 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.

The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: San Francisco de Lajas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Francisco de Lajas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,131 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average69.2°F
28% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,131 ft (1,564 m)
Area3,051.9 sq mi (7,904.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates23.1181°N, 105.1022°W
TimezoneAmerica/Monterrey

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.00"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 24, 2001.

Aug 24, 2001 11 km E of Yago, Mexico M4.0 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lidia (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lidia Category 2 274 km
2022 Roslyn Category 3 34 km
2022 Orlene Category 2 105 km
2021 Pamela Category 1 175 km
2021 Nora Category 1 282 km
2018 Willa Category 3 43 km
2015 Patricia Category 1 300 km
2006 Lane Category 3 203 km
2002 Kenna Category 4 76 km
1998 Madeline Category 1 236 km
1994 Rosa Category 2 43 km
1993 Lidia Category 2 276 km
1986 Roslyn Category 1 210 km
1986 Newton Category 1 294 km
1985 Waldo Category 1 276 km
1983 Tico Category 3 125 km
1981 Norma Category 2 157 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (133 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Durango Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,075 m (6,808 ft) Unknown 133 km
Isabel, Isla Tuff cone(s) 95 m (312 ft) Unknown 163 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
June 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 7.8 in
August 73°F (23°C) 10.0 in Wettest
September 73°F (23°C) 8.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in
November 67°F (19°C) 1.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in

San Francisco de Lajas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 62°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and April the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near San Francisco de Lajas

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Acaponeta AirportSmall Airport
Coyotes AirportSmall Airport
El Salto AirportSmall Airport
Huazamota AirstripSmall Airport
La Candelaria AirstripSmall Airport
La Guajolota AirportSmall Airport
Las Norias AirstripSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirportSmall Airport
Llano Grande AirstripSmall Airport
Llano Grande de Milpillas Chico AirstripSmall Airport
Nahuatl AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho del Carmen AirportSmall Airport
San Bernardino de Milpillas Chico AirstripSmall Airport
San Francisco del Mezquital AirstripSmall Airport
San Pedro AirstripSmall Airport
Santa María Magdalena de Taxicaringa AirstripSmall Airport
Teacapán Naval Air Station / Escuinapa National 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 San Francisco de Lajas

What is the population of San Francisco de Lajas?

San Francisco de Lajas has a population of 610 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,051.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Francisco de Lajas?

San Francisco de Lajas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches.

How is the job market in San Francisco de Lajas?

The job market in San Francisco de Lajas is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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