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El Colorado, Mexico
Hidalgo · Mexico
El Colorado is a small town in Hidalgo, Mexico with a population of 1,074. Elevation: 6,755 ft (2,059 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,074 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,755 ft (2,059 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.2153°, -99.0022° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Hidalgo |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.8 inches (629 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Colorado
El Colorado is a small town in Mexico (Hidalgo) with a population of 1,074. The city sits at an elevation of 6,755 feet (2,059 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Colorado vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 34 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Colorado
El Colorado has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 469 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 355 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,755 ft (2,059 m) |
| Area | 42.3 sq mi (109.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.2153°N, 99.0022°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Papayo (106 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Papayo | Lava dome | 3,600 m (11,811 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Iztaccihuatl | Stratovolcano | 5,230 m (17,159 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
| Chichinautzin | Volcanic field | 3,930 m (12,894 ft) | 400 | 127 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 138 km |
| Toluca, Nevado de | Stratovolcano | 4,680 m (15,354 ft) | -1350 | 146 km |
| Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo | Caldera | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | -3050 | 159 km |
| Humeros, Los | Caldera(s) | 3,150 m (10,335 ft) | -4470 | 173 km |
| Serdan-Oriental | Tuff cone(s) | 3,485 m (11,434 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
El Colorado has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 55°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 17.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.9") and December the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near El Colorado
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA COMADRE 104.5 (Pachuca) - 104.5 FM - XHRD-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 104.5 fm, acir | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mexiquense Radio (Zumpango) - 88.5 FM - XHZUM-FM - Sistema Mexiquense de Medios Públicos - Zumpango, EM | 88.5, 88.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Disney (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalg o | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CRYSTAL 106.1 (Pachuca) - 106.1 FM - XHPCA-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RADIO DISNEY 95.7 (Pachuca) - 95.7 FM - XHMY-FM - Grupo Siete - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 95.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| MIX 92.5 (Pachuca) - 92.5 FM - XHPK-FM - Grupo ACIR - Pachuca, Hidalgo | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| VOX FM 94.5 (El Salvador) - 94.5 FM - YSEC - San Salvador, El Salvador | 94.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in El Colorado
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Centro Cultural Bicentenario | ||||
| Espacio Cultural Comunitario | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico y Sala de Fotografía | ||||
| Museo de Arte Virreinal | ||||
| Museo de la Labranza | ||||
| Museo de miniaturas | ||||
| Museo de miniaturas | ||||
| Museo El Rehilete | ||||
| Museo Municipal Santiago de Anaya | ||||
| Salon de la Fama del Futbol |
Libraries in El Colorado
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunitaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Escolar | 0.0 | |||||
| biblioteca ixcuinquitlapilco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Progreso de O. | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Alfonso Cravioto | 0.0 | |||||
| Edificio IV | 0.0 | |||||
| Efren Rebolledo | 0.0 | |||||
| Justo Sierra | 0.0 | |||||
| Lic. Benito Juárez García | 0.0 | |||||
| Octavio Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Prof. Isauro Rodríguez Estrada | 0.0 | |||||
| Profra. María Pineiro Ruíz | 0.0 | |||||
| Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Colorado
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado 20 de noviembre | |||||
| Mercado 8 De Julio | |||||
| Mercado Aquiles Serdán | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de flores | |||||
| Mercado del Pueblo | |||||
| Mercado El Palmar | |||||
| Mercado El Palmar | |||||
| Mercado Juan C. Doria | |||||
| Mercado Las fuentes | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Mixquiahuala | |||||
| Mercado Sonorita | |||||
| Plaza Tlaxcoapan | |||||
| tianguis de autos |
Stadiums & Teams in El Colorado
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Colorado
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Felipe Ángeles International Airport | NLU | Large Airport |
| Base N°1 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Alfredo Lezama Álvarez) | — | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Cap. Juan de Dios Ortiz | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Rancho Lanzarote | — | Small Airport |
| Engineer Juan Guillermo Villasana National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport | AZP | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Colorado
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohólicos Anónimos | ||
| Alcohólicos Anónimos | ||
| CRIH Hidalgo | ||
| Unidad Básica de Rehabilitación |
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What is the population of El Colorado?
El Colorado has a population of 1,074 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Colorado?
El Colorado enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.
How is the job market in El Colorado?
The job market in El Colorado is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.