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Weather & Climate in La Esmeralda, Mexico
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Esmeralda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,583 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,583 ft (1,397 m) |
| Area | 2,021.4 sq mi (5,235.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.2869°N, 103.6633°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.
| Jun 5, 2025 | 56 km NW of Ocampo, Mexico | M4.9 | 97 km | 4 km |
| Dec 5, 1993 | 66 km NNW of Ocampo, Mexico | M4.7 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Jun 6, 2025 | 58 km NW of Ocampo, Mexico | M4.0 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Jun 6, 2025 | 52 km NW of Ocampo, Mexico | M4.0 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Oct 1, 1992 | 57 km N of Ocampo, Mexico | M3.8 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jan 5, 2005 | 19 km ENE of Camargo, Mexico | M3.2 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Apr 11, 2021 | 50 km NE of Hércules, Mexico | M3.2 | 120 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 2024 | 68 km NE of Hércules, Mexico | M2.7 | 140 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 53°F (11°C) | 0.5 in |
La Esmeralda has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 52°F in January to 77°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 14.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (0.2").