Port Lavaca

A community guide to Port Lavaca in Texas, los Estados Unidos.

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Port Lavaca, Texas
Population
11,557 residents
Region
Texas
Country
los Estados Unidos
Coordinates
28.6150, -96.6261

Overview

Port Lavaca is a populated place in Texas, los Estados Unidos. The community supports 11,557 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Texas. Its position within the broader regional network gives Port Lavaca a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.

Getting there

Reaching Port Lavaca typically involves the regional road network of Texas or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse los Estados Unidos. Local routes link Port Lavaca to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Texas. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Port Lavaca.

Climate

The climate at Port Lavaca is warm and relatively stable, with subdued seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 28.61 within los Estados Unidos. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Port Lavaca experience. Visitors planning a trip to Port Lavaca should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.

Geography and location

Port Lavaca sits at approximate coordinates 28.6150 latitude and -96.6261 longitude within Texas. The terrain and natural features around Port Lavaca reflect those typical of its part of los Estados Unidos, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Texas road network providing the principal routes in and out.