Lea, New Mexico
Lea: Situated in the southeastern corner of New Mexico at an elevation of 3,799 feet, this unincorporated community lies within the high desert plains of the Permian Basin.
About
Lea is a city located in the county of Lea in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about Lea
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Lea County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.5224,-103.5333 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 01:08:59 (7th November 2026) |
| Weather | 48℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Lea is located at 32°31'20"N 103°31'60"W (32.5223500, -103.5332700).
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Weather
48°F
Rain Showers Likely
5 to 10 mph E
Friday Night
Rain showers likely after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lea, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187903 | New Mexico Junior College | Hobbs (NM) | 88240 |
| 188182 | University of the Southwest | Hobbs (NM) | 88240 |
Closest post offices linked to Lea.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Monumen Post Office | Monument (NM) | 88265 |
| Eun Post Office | Eunice (NM) | 88231 |
| Maljamar Post Office | Maljamar (NM) | 88264 |
| Hobb Post Office | Hobbs (NM) | 88240 |
| Lovington Post Office | Lovington (NM) | 88260 |
Other cities in Lea County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lea County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hobbs | 39,339 | City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States |
| Lovington | 11,474 | City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States |
| Eunice | 3,049 | City in Lea County, New Mexico, United States |
| Jal | 2,118 | Human settlement in Lea County, New Mexico, United States of America |