Country Facts:
Mexico vs. Latvia
Learn about the similarities and differences between Mexico and Latvia by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Mexico vs. Latvia - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Mexico is 758 449 mi², while the surface area of Latvia is 24 926 mi². This means that the area of Mexico is 2943% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Mexico has a coastline of 5 797.4 mi, while Latvia has a coastline of 309.4 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Mexico is Mexico City, with a population of about 8 851 080 people. In contrast, the largest city in Latvia is Riga, where the population is 701 977.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Mexico is Volcán Citlaltépetl (Pico de Orizaba), its height is 18 491 ft. The highest peak in Latvia is Gaizinkalns, which rises to a height of 1 024 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Mexico, the highest temperature ever measured was 125.6°F and was recorded in San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora, while in Latvia the highest temperature was 100°F and was recorded in Ventspils.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Mexico, the lowest temperature ever measured was -20.2°F and was recorded in Rancho Los Lamentos, Chihuahua, while in Latvia, the lowest temperature was -45.8°F and was recorded in Daugavpils.
Society
Mexico vs. Latvia - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Mexico is about 128 932 753, while Latvia is home to 1 886 198 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 76.9 years in Mexico and 74.5 years in Latvia.
Average age
The average age is 29.3 years in Mexico and 41.4 years in Latvia.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 1.04% in Mexico and -0.62% in Latvia.
Literacy
Literacy is 95.2% in Mexico and 99.8% in Latvia.
Language
In Mexico, the main language is Spanish, and in Latvia the primary language is Latvian.
Religion
In Mexico, the main religion is Christianity; in Latvia, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Mexico: 18 794 Int$. Latvia: 32 212 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Mexico: frequency and voltage are 127V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Latvia: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).
Driving side
Mexico has right-hand traffic, Latvia has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Mexico - January, February, March, December; Latvia - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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