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Cerro Prieto, Mexico
Querétaro · Mexico
Cerro Prieto is a small town in Querétaro, Mexico with a population of 588. Elevation: 6,795 ft (2,071 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 588 |
| Population Density | 180 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,795 ft (2,071 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.7062°, -99.6442° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Querétaro |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.4 inches (466 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cerro Prieto
Cerro Prieto is a small town in Mexico (Querétaro) with a population of 588. The city sits at an elevation of 6,795 feet (2,071 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cerro Prieto vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 19 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 349 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,795 ft (2,071 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 180/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.7062°N, 99.6442°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (158 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 158 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 178 km |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 189 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.3 in |
Cerro Prieto has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 57°F in January to 69°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Cerro Prieto
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOLLOCKS Rock & Metal Radio | classic rock, heavy metal | MP3 80 kbps | |
| K Digital - 102.7 FM - XHPQUI-FM - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro | 102.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EXA FM 99.1 (San Juan del Río) - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro | 99.1 fm, américa | MP3 160 kbps | |
| La Z 102.5 (US) | chirstian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM San Juan del Río - 99.1 FM - XHVI-FM - San Juan del Río, Querétaro | 99.1, 99.1 fm | MP3 160 kbps | |
| La Z 107.1 (US) | regional mexican | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| K 102.7 (Tequisquiapan) - 102.7 FM - XHPQUI-FM - Tequisquiapan, Querétaro | 102.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cerro Prieto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Huapango |
Farmers Markets in Cerro Prieto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Artesanal | |||||
| Mercado Cadereyta | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanías Tequesquicalli | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Joaquin | |||||
| Paseo Gastronómico |
Airports Near Cerro Prieto
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Querétaro Intercontinental Airport | QRO | Large Airport |
| Cadereyta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isaac Castro Sahade Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jalpan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Quinta Palos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Cerro Prieto?
Cerro Prieto has a population of 588 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 180 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cerro Prieto?
Cerro Prieto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.
How is the job market in Cerro Prieto?
The job market in Cerro Prieto is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.