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La Colorada, Mexico

Sonora · Mexico

La Colorada is a small town in Sonora, Mexico with a population of 274. Elevation: 1,270 ft (387 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

274 Population 1/sq mi density
1,270 ft Elevation 387 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
14.9 in Annual Rain
America / Hermosillo Timezone

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People

Population274
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Population274
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Coordinates28.8037°, -110.5796°
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSonora
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation14.9 inches (379 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Colorada

La Colorada is a small town in Mexico (Sonora) with a population of 274. The city sits at an elevation of 1,270 feet (387 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.9 inches. The timezone is America/Hermosillo.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 9 business establishments.

Income: La Colorada vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)9

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Colorada has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 309 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 14.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,270 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Area278.3 sq mi (720.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates28.8037°N, 110.5796°W
TimezoneAmerica/Hermosillo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.9"
61% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.25"
Driest Month (May) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 28, 2016.

Feb 24, 1993 52 km S of Bahía de Kino, Mexico M4.7 147 km
Jan 29, 1999 71 km SSW of La Providencia, Mexico M4.7 148 km
Feb 19, 1999 21 km SSW of San Carlos, Mexico M4.4 126 km
Sep 28, 2016 Sonora, Mexico M4.0 120 km
Aug 13, 2004 56 km WNW of San Carlos, Mexico M3.9 127 km
Aug 17, 1993 46 km WNW of San Carlos, Mexico M3.9 124 km
Jan 3, 2006 32 km SW of La Providencia, Mexico M3.7 124 km
Jan 6, 2007 24 km SW of San Carlos, Mexico M3.7 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Newton (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Newton Category 1 297 km
2014 Odile Category 1 292 km
2009 Jimena Category 1 295 km
2008 Norbert Category 1 273 km
2007 Henriette Category 1 245 km
2003 Marty Category 1 298 km
1986 Newton Category 1 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
March 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
April 71°F (21°C) 0.1 in
May 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
June 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in
July 87°F (31°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 86°F (30°C) 3.9 in
September 84°F (29°C) 2.5 in
October 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
December 60°F (15°C) 1.0 in

La Colorada has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 59°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and May the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near La Colorada

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ARROBA FM 101.1 (Hermosillo) - 101.1 FM - XHVSS-FM - Radiorama Sonora - Hermosillo, Sonora 101.1 fm, @fm MP3 128 kbps
LA KALIENTE 90.7 (Hermosillo) - 90.7 FM - XHHLL-FM - Grupo Imagen - Hermosillo, Sonora 90.7 fm, américa AAC+ 32 kbps
LA RAZA 105.1 (Hermosillo) - 105.1 FM - XHMMO-FM - Grupo RADIOSA - Hermosillo, Sonora 105.1 fm, américa MP3
La Zeta (Hermosillo) - 102.7 FM - XHDM-FM - Uniradio - Hermosillo, Sonora 102.7 fm, adult spanish hits MP3 128 kbps
RADIO ACTIVA 89.7 (Hermosillo) - 89.7 FM - XHEDL-FM - Grupo RADIO SA - Hermosillo, Sonora 89.7 fm, activa AAC 130 kbps

Airports Near La Colorada

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Ignacio L. Pesqueira International AirportHMOLarge Airport
Campo Sonora AirstripSmall Airport
Club de Aviones Ultraligeros de Hermosillo AirstripSmall Airport
Cobachi AirportSmall Airport
El Arenoso AirportSmall Airport
El Javian AirstripSmall Airport
El Mezquite AirportSmall Airport
El Porvenir AirportSmall Airport
El Rodeo AirportSmall Airport
El Rodriguez AirportSmall Airport
El Socorro AirportSmall Airport
El Sudadero AirportSmall Airport
Kilometro 84 AirportSmall Airport
La Fortuna AirportSmall Airport
La Gloria AirportSmall Airport
La Pradera AirportSmall Airport
La Yesca de Hermosillo AirportSmall Airport
Las Brechas AirportSmall Airport
Las Delicias AirportSmall Airport
Los Ángeles AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Santo Niño AirstripSmall Airport
San Bartolo AirportSmall Airport
San Martin AirportSmall Airport
Úrsulo Galván AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Hermosillo

🇲🇽 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 La Colorada

What is the population of La Colorada?

La Colorada has a population of 274 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 278.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Colorada?

La Colorada has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.9 inches.

How is the job market in La Colorada?

The job market in La Colorada is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 9 business establishments in the area.

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