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El Terrero, Mexico

Chihuahua · Mexico

El Terrero is a small town in Chihuahua, Mexico with a population of 2,621. Elevation: 6,079 ft (1,853 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,621 Population 7/sq mi density
6,079 ft Elevation 1,853 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
16.7 in Annual Rain
America / Chihuahua Timezone

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About El Terrero



El Terrero de la Labor is a small rural town located in the municipality of Calvillo, in the state of Aguascalientes, Mexico, coordinates: Latitude 22.024722 Longitude -102.671944. Its population is officially 414, but varies due to seasonal immigration to the United States, mainly towards the states of Oklahoma, Illinois, and California. It is situated between the towns of Palo Alto de la Labor and Puerta de Fragua.

People

Population2,621
Density7/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation6,079 ft (1,853 m)
Population2,621
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation6,079 ft (1,853 m)
Coordinates29.1811°, -107.3866°
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChihuahua
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation16.7 inches (423 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Terrero

El Terrero is a small town in Mexico (Chihuahua) with a population of 2,621. The city sits at an elevation of 6,079 feet (1,853 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.7 inches. The timezone is America/Chihuahua.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 84 business establishments.

Income: El Terrero vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)84

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Terrero enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,079 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above Mexico avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,079 ft (1,853 m)
Area374.6 sq mi (970.2 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates29.1811°N, 107.3866°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chihuahua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.7"
56% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.09"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 12, 2022.

Jul 12, 2022 14 km ENE of San Juanito, Mexico M4.6 127 km
Apr 24, 2010 45 km SSW of Madera, Mexico M4.3 98 km
Feb 6, 1991 10 km NNE of Santa Isabel, Mexico M3.9 133 km
Jul 16, 1993 35 km SW of La Constitución, Mexico M3.8 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Norbert (2008).

Year Name Category Closest
2008 Norbert Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 0.3 in
March 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 58°F (15°C) 0.3 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.3 in Warmest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
August 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Wettest
September 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in
November 51°F (11°C) 0.4 in
December 46°F (8°C) 0.7 in

El Terrero has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 44°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and March the driest (0.3").

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Hotels in El Terrero

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Marias V.in

Airports Near El Terrero

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aero Club Manitoba AirportSmall Airport
Arisiachi AirportSmall Airport
Bachíniva AirportSmall Airport
Bodegas Graneleras del Campo AirportSmall Airport
Campo 107 AirportSmall Airport
Campo 111 AirstripSmall Airport
Campo Diez AirportSmall Airport
Colonia Alamillo AirportSmall Airport
El Muchacho AirportSmall Airport
Fertifum AirportSmall Airport
General Roberto Fierro AirportSmall Airport
Ignacio Zaragoza AirportSmall Airport
La Pinta AirportSmall Airport
Los Nogales AirfieldSmall Airport
Maco (La Palma) AirportSmall Airport
Matachí AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Blanca AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Blanco AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El Alamo AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho Santa Monica AirportSmall Airport
San Buenaventura AirportSmall Airport
San José Babícora AirportSmall Airport
Santa Elena AirportSmall Airport
Santo Tomás AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Terrero

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Pio X

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Chihuahua

🇲🇽 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 Terrero

What is the population of El Terrero?

El Terrero has a population of 2,621 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 374.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Terrero?

El Terrero enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches.

How is the job market in El Terrero?

The job market in El Terrero is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 84 business establishments in the area.

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