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Cerro Colorado, Mexico

Veracruz · Mexico

Cerro Colorado is a small town in Veracruz, Mexico with a population of 648. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

648 Population 2/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
66.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population648
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.5%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population648
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates18.2900°, -95.8497°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceVeracruz
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation66.0 inches (1,677 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cerro Colorado

Cerro Colorado is a small town in Mexico (Veracruz) with a population of 648. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: Cerro Colorado vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Cerro Colorado has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area375.6 sq mi (972.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates18.2900°N, 95.8497°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.0"
74% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.19"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

475 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M5.8 on Aug 2, 2025.

Jul 29, 2014 2 km SE of Santa Teresa, Mexico M6.3 71 km
Jan 30, 2002 5 km SSW of Tuxtilla, Mexico M5.9 12 km
Aug 7, 2004 17 km WNW of Palomares, Mexico M5.9 139 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 102 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 138 km
Feb 23, 1994 12 km W of San Juan de los Cues, Mexico M5.8 143 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 100 km
Mar 3, 2022 Veracruz, Mexico M5.7 48 km
Oct 29, 2009 27 km NE of Paso Nacional, Mexico M5.7 77 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 142 km
Jan 17, 2004 6 km SE of Abasolo del Valle, Mexico M5.2 71 km
Sep 8, 2009 5 km SSE of San Lorenzo, Mexico M5.1 84 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 97 km
Jan 25, 2017 9 km E of Hidalgotitlán, Mexico M5.0 149 km
Oct 9, 2001 5 km N of Nopalapan, Mexico M4.9 56 km
Nov 26, 1991 3 km NW of Arroyo de Banco, Mexico M4.9 76 km
Aug 30, 2024 2 km SSW of Venustiano Carranza (Peña Blanca), Mexico M4.9 137 km
Dec 20, 1991 11 km E of Suchilapan del Río, Mexico M4.9 145 km
Mar 20, 2024 9 km WNW of Donaji, Mexico M4.8 137 km
Jul 9, 2021 6 km ENE of Tlahuitoltepec, Mexico M4.8 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Agatha (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Agatha Category 2 272 km
2021 Grace Category 3 266 km
2017 Franklin Category 1 205 km
2017 Katia Category 1 288 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 288 km
2010 Karl Category 3 117 km
2007 Dean Category 2 249 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 246 km
2005 Stan Category 1 106 km
1997 Rick Category 1 266 km
1990 Diana Category 2 274 km
1988 Debby Category 1 290 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Martin (75 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 75 km
Orizaba, Pico de Stratovolcano 5,564 m (18,255 ft) 1846 171 km
Cumbres, Las Stratovolcano 3,940 m (12,927 ft) -3920 178 km
Naolinco Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,000 m (6,562 ft) -1200 180 km
Gloria, La Volcanic field 3,500 m (11,483 ft) Unknown 187 km
Cofre de Perote Shield(s) 4,282 m (14,049 ft) 1150 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.9 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 10.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 13.2 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 12.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 12.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in

Cerro Colorado has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 72°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.2") and April the driest (0.8").

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Museums in Cerro Colorado

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de la Cultura
Casa de la Cultura "Aurora Ferat de Zamacona"
Museo del Sotavento / Casa de Cultura "Narcisa Lopez Quintero"

Farmers Markets in Cerro Colorado

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Lorenzo Gómez
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Cerro Colorado

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo Toro BravoSmall Airport
Air Station No. 8 Loma BonitaSmall Airport
El Ahijadero AirportSmall Airport
El Amate AirportSmall Airport
El Zopilote AirportSmall Airport
Felipe Terrones Acosta AirportSmall Airport
General Miguel Alemán AirportSmall Airport
Jalisquillo AirportSmall Airport
La Esmeralda AirstripSmall Airport
Las Macayas AirportSmall Airport
Los Tuxtlas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Patria Vieja AirstripSmall Airport
Pista MacuilesSmall Airport
San Jose Independencia AirstripSmall Airport
Tres Encinos AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cerro Colorado

What is the population of Cerro Colorado?

Cerro Colorado has a population of 648 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 375.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cerro Colorado?

Cerro Colorado has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.0 inches.

How is the job market in Cerro Colorado?

The job market in Cerro Colorado is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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