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Orizaba, Mexico
Durango · Mexico
Orizaba is a small town in Durango, Mexico with a population of 1,452. Elevation: 6,204 ft (1,891 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Orizaba
Orizaba is a city and municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz. It is located 20 km west of its sister city Córdoba, and is adjacent to Río Blanco and Ixtaczoquitlán, on Federal Highways 180 and 190. The city had a 2020 census population of 120,500 and is almost coextensive with its small municipality, with only a few small areas outside the city. The municipality, with an area of 27.97 km2, had a population of 123,182. While the metropolitan area of Orizaba has a population of 462,261 as 2020.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,452 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,204 ft (1,891 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.9575°, -104.0739° |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Durango |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.5 inches (469 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Orizaba
Orizaba is a small town in Mexico (Durango) with a population of 1,452. The city sits at an elevation of 6,204 feet (1,891 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is America/Monterrey.
Income: Orizaba vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 46 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,204 ft (1,891 m) |
| Area | 547.0 sq mi (1,416.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.9575°N, 104.0739°W |
| Timezone | America/Monterrey |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Durango Volcanic Field (44 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Durango Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,075 m (6,808 ft) | Unknown | 44 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.5 in |
Orizaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and March the driest (0.1").
Stadiums & Teams in Orizaba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Orizaba
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Guadalupe Victoria International Airport | DGO | Medium Airport |
| El Temazcal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Sarabia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Peña del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Escobas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Margaritas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Las Praderas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ojitos de Santa Lucia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco del Mezquital Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Santa María Magdalena de Taxicaringa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Orizaba?
Orizaba has a population of 1,452 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 547.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Orizaba?
Orizaba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches.
How is the job market in Orizaba?
Orizaba has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.