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Cerro Colorado, Mexico
Hidalgo · Mexico
Cerro Colorado is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 735. Elevation: 6,499 ft (1,981 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 735 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,499 ft (1,981 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.4075°, -98.7181° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Hidalgo |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.5 inches (773 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cerro Colorado
Cerro Colorado is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 735. The city sits at an elevation of 6,499 feet (1,981 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cerro Colorado vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 24 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cerro Colorado
Cerro Colorado has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 469 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,499 ft (1,981 m) |
| Area | 188.4 sq mi (487.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.4075°N, 98.7181°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (122 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 154 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 154 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 155 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 181 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 193 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Cerro Colorado has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.6") and December the driest (0.4").
Schools in Cerro Colorado
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primaria Nestor Calvo | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Rural Revolución | — | — | — | — |
| Telesecundaria | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Mariano Matamoros | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Valentín Gómez Farías | — | — | — | — |
| Primaria Álvaro Obregón | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cerro Colorado
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA COMADRE 104.5 (Pachuca) - 104.5 FM - XHRD-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 104.5 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Disney (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalg o | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CRYSTAL 106.1 (Pachuca) - 106.1 FM - XHPCA-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RADIO DISNEY 95.7 (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| MIX 92.5 (Pachuca) - 92.5 FM - XHPK-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| VOX FM 94.5 (El Salvador) - 94.5 FM - YSEC - San Salvador, El Salvador | 94.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cerro Colorado
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Centro Cultural Bicentenario | ||||
| ex hacienda San Juan hueyapan | ||||
| Museo de Arte Virreinal | ||||
| Museo Municipal Santiago de Anaya | ||||
| Museo Regional de la Sierra Alta de Zacualtipán |
Libraries in Cerro Colorado
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Dr. Antonio Peñafiel | 0.0 | |||||
| Efren Rebolledo | 0.0 | |||||
| El Porvenir | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cerro Colorado
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado 8 De Julio | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| tianguis de autos |
Hotels in Cerro Colorado
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cerro Colorado
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cerro Colorado
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cerro Colorado
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cerro Colorado
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cerro Colorado
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cerro Colorado
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Felipe Ángeles International Airport | NLU | Large Airport |
| Base N°1 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez) | — | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Cap. Juan de Dios Ortiz | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Rancho Lanzarote | — | Small Airport |
| Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Cerro Colorado
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohólicos Anónimos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cerro Colorado
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Sauz Sabino | |
| Iglesia de Sauz Xathe | |
| Parroquia de Cerro Colorado | |
| Salón de los Testigos de Jeová | |
| San Nicolás | |
| San Nicolás |
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What is the population of Cerro Colorado?
Cerro Colorado has a population of 735 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 188.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cerro Colorado?
Cerro Colorado enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches.
How is the job market in Cerro Colorado?
The job market in Cerro Colorado is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.