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Cerro de Ortega, Mexico
Colima · Mexico
Cerro de Ortega is a small city in Colima, Mexico with a population of 7,598. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 7,598 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.7508°, -103.7216° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Colima |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.7 inches (881 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cerro de Ortega
Cerro de Ortega is a small city in Mexico (Colima) with a population of 7,598. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cerro de Ortega vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 243 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 184.2 sq mi (477.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.7508°N, 103.7216°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.9 m (46 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1818 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 13.9 m | 2,000 | 45 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 11.0 m | 50 | 61 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 75 | 88 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 400 | 99 km |
| 1985 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 9,500 | 140 km |
| 1973 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | 56 | 82 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.1 m | — | 116 km |
| 1932 | CENTRAL MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 38 km |
| 2022 | MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 2 | 87 km |
| 2003 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 29 | 40 km |
| 1941 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | 84 | 78 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Colima (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Colima | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,850 m (12,631 ft) | 2019 | 86 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in |
Cerro de Ortega has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in March to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.7") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Cerro de Ortega
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONAFE Primaria | — | — | — | — |
| CONAFE Primaria | — | — | — | — |
| Damian Carmona | — | — | — | — |
| Emiliano Zapata | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Arturo Noriega Pizano | — | — | — | — |
| Juan Aldama | — | — | — | — |
| Juan Ortega Martinez | — | — | — | — |
| Susana Ortiz Silva | — | — | — | — |
| Telebachillerato de Boca de Apiza | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cerro de Ortega
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mejor Manzanillo - 96.3 FM - XHECS-FM - Manzanillo, CL | 96.3, 96.3 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA KEBUENA 95.5 (Colima) - 95.5 FM - XHCMM-FM - 95.5 FM - Luna Medios - Coalcomán, Michoacán | 95.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Moyo (Tecomán) - Online - Tecomán, CL | bailable, dance | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CONEXIÓN 98.1 (Colima) - 98.1 FM - XHIRC-FM - Instituto Colimense de Radio y Televisión - Colima, Colima | 98.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Colima - 99.7 FM - XHCOC-FM - JA Radio - Colima, Colima | 99.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Bestia Grupera (Tecomán) - 90.5 FM - XHECO-FM - Radiorama / Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Tecomán, Colima | 90.5 fm, banda | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Lokura FM Grupera Colima 104.5 FM | banda, banda norteña | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Latidos FM - Online - www.lunamedios.com - Luna Medios - Colima, Colima | colima, colima city | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mejor Colima - 92.5 FM - XHUU-FM - Radio Colima - Colima, CL | 92.5, 92.5 fm | UNKNOWN 250 kbps |
Museums in Cerro de Ortega
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo J. Guadalupe Mendoza |
Libraries in Cerro de Ortega
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Cultura Escrita de Tecomán | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cerro de Ortega
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito Tecomán | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Cuauhtémoc |
Stadiums & Teams in Cerro de Ortega
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cerro de Ortega
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport | CLQ | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Aerofumigaciones Narvaez | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo C.P.A. Roberto Nevarez Dominguez | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Cerro de Ortega | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo El Jabalí | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Elévate | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Joya Brun | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Tigrera | — | Small Airport |
| Coahuayana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pablo L. Sidar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cerro de Ortega
What is the population of Cerro de Ortega?
Cerro de Ortega has a population of 7,598 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cerro de Ortega?
Cerro de Ortega has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches.
How is the job market in Cerro de Ortega?
The job market in Cerro de Ortega is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 243 business establishments in the area.