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Peña Colorada, Mexico
Oaxaca · Mexico
Peña Colorada is a small town in Oaxaca, Mexico with a population of 1,012. Elevation: 7,772 ft (2,369 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,012 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,772 ft (2,369 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.4778°, -97.7942° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Oaxaca |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.3 inches (821 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Peña Colorada
Peña Colorada is a small town in Mexico (Oaxaca) with a population of 1,012. The city sits at an elevation of 7,772 feet (2,369 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Peña Colorada vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 32 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,772 ft (2,369 m) |
| Area | 132.5 sq mi (343.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.4778°N, 97.7942°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 132 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 115 km |
| 1950 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 120 km |
| 2012 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 119 km |
| 1968 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | — | 18 | 107 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Orizaba, Pico de (181 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Orizaba, Pico de | Stratovolcano | 5,564 m (18,255 ft) | 1846 | 181 km |
| Popocatepetl | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,393 m (17,694 ft) | 2020 | 193 km |
| Cumbres, Las | Stratovolcano | 3,940 m (12,927 ft) | -3920 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 5.8 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Peña Colorada has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 58°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and December the driest (0.2").
Museums in Peña Colorada
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Geológico Comunitario de Rosario Nuevo “Ing. Jorge Jiménez Rentería” |
Airports Near Peña Colorada
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Huajuapan | — | Small Airport |
| San Mateo Yucutindoo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Peña Colorada?
Peña Colorada has a population of 1,012 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 132.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Peña Colorada?
Peña Colorada enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.3 inches.
How is the job market in Peña Colorada?
The job market in Peña Colorada is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.