La Puente, New Mexico
La Puente: Situated at an elevation of 7,264 feet within the high-altitude Chama River Valley of northern New Mexico, this small unincorporated community is part of Rio Arriba County.
About
La Puente is a city located in the county of Rio Arriba in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about La Puente
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Rio Arriba County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.7000,-106.6009 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 07:37:11 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 27℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
La Puente is located at 36°42'0"N 106°36'3"W (36.7000100, -106.6008700).
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Weather
27°F
Mostly Cloudy
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Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27. East wind around 0 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to La Puente, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMC | Alamosa, CO | 111 Pike Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to La Puente.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Tierra Amarilla Post Office | Tierra Amarilla (NM) | 87575 |
Other cities in Rio Arriba County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Rio Arriba County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Española | 9,981 | City primarily in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, in the United States |
| Chimayo | 3,177 | City in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Dulce | 2,743 | Census-designated place (CDP) in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States |
| Santa Clara | 1,761 | Village in Grant County, New Mexico, United States |