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Cerro Palmera, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Cerro Palmera is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 510. Elevation: 3,002 ft (915 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 510 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,002 ft (915 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.1536°, -96.6989° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.5 inches (2,146 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cerro Palmera
Cerro Palmera is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 510. The city sits at an elevation of 3,002 feet (915 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cerro Palmera vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.7°F |
| 44% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,002 ft (915 m) |
| Area | 73.3 sq mi (189.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.1536°N, 96.6989°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (115 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 115 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 126 km |
| Gloria, La | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Cofre de Perote | Shield(s) | 4,282 m (14,049 ft) | 1150 | 156 km |
| San Martin | Shield | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | 1796 | 165 km |
| Naolinco Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,000 m (6,562 ft) | -1200 | 169 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 17.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 20.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 19.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 19.4 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 11.3 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
Cerro Palmera has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in December to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 112.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.8") and March the driest (2.0").
Museums in Cerro Palmera
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Sabina’s House |
Libraries in Cerro Palmera
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca La Asunción | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Publica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cerro Palmera
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erasto Pineda |
Airports Near Cerro Palmera
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Toro Bravo | — | Small Airport |
| El Ahijadero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Felipe Terrones Acosta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Miguel Alemán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingeniero Juan Antonio Perdomo Díaz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jalisquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esmeralda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Las Macayas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Patria Vieja Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Macuiles | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Independencia Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan Bautista Cuicatlán Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tehuacán National Airport | TCN | Small Airport |
| Tres Encinos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Cerro Palmera?
Cerro Palmera has a population of 510 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 73.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cerro Palmera?
Cerro Palmera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.5 inches.
How is the job market in Cerro Palmera?
The job market in Cerro Palmera is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 16 business establishments in the area.