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El Cerro de las Huertas, Mexico

Oaxaca · Mexico

El Cerro de las Huertas is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 633. Elevation: 4,957 ft (1,511 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

633 Population 3/sq mi density
4,957 ft Elevation 1,511 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population633
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.2%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days362/yr
Elevation4,957 ft (1,511 m)
Population633
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,957 ft (1,511 m)
Coordinates16.5661°, -96.7011°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceOaxaca
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.0 inches (457 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Cerro de las Huertas

El Cerro de las Huertas is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 633. The city sits at an elevation of 4,957 feet (1,511 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments.

Income: El Cerro de las Huertas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Cerro de las Huertas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 362 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,957 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days362 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,957 ft (1,511 m)
Area235.1 sq mi (608.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates16.5661°N, 96.7011°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.0"
53% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,455 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 21, 2025.

Sep 30, 1999 15 km W of San Baltazar Loxicha, Mexico M7.5 62 km
Jun 23, 2020 9 km SE of Santa María Xadani, Mexico M7.4 106 km
Feb 16, 2018 4 km S of Pinotepa de Don Luis, Mexico M7.2 138 km
Feb 3, 1998 2 km E of Benito Juárez, Mexico M6.4 87 km
Jun 30, 2010 2 km ESE of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M6.3 117 km
Feb 25, 1996 7 km SE of Santa María Chico Ometepec, Mexico M6.2 140 km
Feb 19, 2018 4 km SSE of Santiago Tetepec, Mexico M5.9 114 km
Mar 19, 1996 21 km WSW of Bajos de Chila, Mexico M5.9 103 km
Jun 14, 2004 0 km W of Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Mexico M5.9 125 km
Feb 17, 2018 8 km SE of José María Morelos, Mexico M5.8 132 km
Aug 2, 2025 4 km S of Xagacía, Mexico M5.8 77 km
May 8, 2016 3 km WNW of San Agustín Chayuco, Mexico M5.8 123 km
Jun 27, 2016 8 km S of La Reforma, Mexico M5.7 121 km
Feb 9, 2010 8 km E of Santa María Colotepec, Mexico M5.7 77 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km N of San Pedro Ocotepec, Mexico M5.6 104 km
Mar 27, 1996 1 km W of San Miguel Tlacamama, Mexico M5.6 148 km
Jun 7, 2002 4 km N of Santa Catarina Loxicha, Mexico M5.6 51 km
Mar 15, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro Tidaá, Mexico M5.6 115 km
Nov 10, 2001 4 km SSW of El Carrizo, Mexico M5.5 149 km
Jan 13, 2004 15 km SSW of San Jerónimo Coatlán, Mexico M5.5 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Erick (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Erick Category 4 146 km
2024 John Category 3 216 km
2022 Agatha Category 2 81 km
2017 Max Category 1 235 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 284 km
2012 Carlotta Category 2 82 km
2011 Hilary Category 2 268 km
2010 Karl Category 2 260 km
2005 Stan Category 1 296 km
1998 Lester Category 2 230 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 99 km
1997 Rick Category 2 75 km
1989 Cosme Category 1 248 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.6 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 OFF COAST OF OAXACA Earthquake 1.6 m 10 106 km
1965 MEXICO Earthquake 0.4 m 6 101 km
2022 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 91 km
1928 S. MEXICO Earthquake 0.2 m 4 70 km
1968 ACAPULCO Earthquake 18 111 km
1928 MEXICO Earthquake 119 km
1870 PUERTO ANGEL, MEXICO Earthquake 24 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.4 in
May 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 6.5 in Wettest
July 69°F (21°C) 4.7 in
August 71°F (22°C) 4.8 in
September 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in

El Cerro de las Huertas has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 64°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near El Cerro de las Huertas

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La Mejor Oaxaca - 101.7 FM - XHZB-FM - ORO (Organización Radiofónica de Oaxaca) - Oaxaca, OA 101.7, 101.7 fm MP3 64 kbps
La Poderosa Oaxaca 100.1 FM banda, banda norteña MP3
Radio Activa (Salina Cruz) - 89.1 FM - XHIKE-FM - Ike Siidi Viaa, A.C. - Salina Cruz, OA 89.1, 89.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
LOS40 Oaxaca - 89.7 FM - XHOCA-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Oaxaca, Oaxaca 89.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
La Mejor Puerto Escondido - 94.1 FM - XHEDO-FM - Puerto Escondido, OA 94.1, 94.1 fm MP3 64 kbps
Oreja FM 105.7 Oaxaca baladas en español, grupo as MP3

Museums in El Cerro de las Huertas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Rodolpho Morales Home
Rodolpho Morales Museum

Farmers Markets in El Cerro de las Huertas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Sta. Ana
Mercado Morelos
Mercado Municipal Gral. Porfirio Díaz
Mercado Municipal Lic. Orfa Bohórquez

Airports Near El Cerro de las Huertas

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xoxocotlán International AirportOAXLarge Airport
Puerto Escondido International AirportPXMMedium Airport
El Carrizal AirstripSmall Airport
San Jacinto Tlacotepec 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 El Cerro de las Huertas

What is the population of El Cerro de las Huertas?

El Cerro de las Huertas has a population of 633 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 235.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Cerro de las Huertas?

El Cerro de las Huertas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.0 inches.

How is the job market in El Cerro de las Huertas?

The job market in El Cerro de las Huertas is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 20 business establishments in the area.

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