Lava, New Mexico
Lava: Positioned on the Taos Plateau in northern New Mexico, this locale in Rio Arriba County lies at a high elevation of 8,510 feet.
About
Lava is a city located in the county of Rio Arriba in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about Lava
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Rio Arriba County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.9800,-106.0948 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 00:19:48 (7th November 2026) |
| Weather | 28℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Lava is located at 36°58'48"N 106°5'41"W (36.9800100, -106.0947500).
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Weather
28°F
Partly Cloudy
0 to 5 mph W
Friday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 28. West wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lava, 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 Lava.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Anton Post Office | Antonito (CO) | 81120 |
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 |