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Tierra Colorada, Mexico
Guerrero · Mexico
Tierra Colorada is a small city in Guerrero, Mexico with a population of 11,540. Elevation: 942 ft (287 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 11,540 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 942 ft (287 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.1657°, -99.5279° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Guerrero |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.2 inches (1,072 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tierra Colorada
Tierra Colorada is a small city in Mexico (Guerrero) with a population of 11,540. The city sits at an elevation of 942 feet (287 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Tierra Colorada vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 369 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Tierra Colorada
Tierra Colorada has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (26.9°C), the coldest is Dec (23.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1239 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 942 ft (287 m) |
| Area | 224.7 sq mi (582.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.1657°N, 99.5279°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
16 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1820 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | — | 9 km |
| 1787 | SAN MARCOS | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 11 | 132 km |
| 1754 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 4.0 m | — | 54 km |
| 1732 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 57 km |
| 1907 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 8 | 54 km |
| 1957 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 65 | 87 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 4 | 9 km |
| 2021 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 3 | 33 km |
| 1995 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 108 km |
| 1962 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 3 | 5 km |
| 2026 | ACAPULCO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 2 | 38 km |
| 2002 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 144 km |
| 1933 | MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 149 km |
| 1868 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 57 km |
| 1845 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 115 km |
| 1833 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | — | — | 57 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 10.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Tierra Colorada has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.8") and March the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Tierra Colorada
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRO UNIVERSITARIO MEXICO CAMPUS XALTIANGUIS | University | — | — |
| Universidad para el Bienestar Benito Juarez sede Juan R. Escudero | University | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tierra Colorada
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA KEBUENA 98.5 (Acapulco) - 98.5 FM - XHMAR-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero | 710 am, 98.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BUENISIIMA 103.9 (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero | 103.9 fm, acapulco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BUENISIIMA (Acapulco) - 103.9 FM - XHPO-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero | 103.9 fm, acapulco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA BESTIA GRUPERA 99.7 (Chilpancingo) - 99.7 FM - XHEPI-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Chilpancingo, Guerrero | 99.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 23 kbps | |
| EXA FM 99.3 (Acapulco) - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero | 99.3 fm, acapulco | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| LA BESTIA GRUPERA 95.3 (Acapulco) - 95.3 FM - XHEVP-FM - Grupo Audiorama Comunicaciones - Acapulco, Guerrero | 95.3 fm, acapulco | AAC+ 24 kbps | |
| 93.7 La Poderosa (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero | 93.7 fm, entretenimiento | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 101.5 (Acapulco) - 101.5 FM - XHBB-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Acapulco, Guerrero | 101.5 fm, 1600 am | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exa FM Acapulco - 99.3 FM - XHNQ-FM - MVS Radio - Acapulco, Guerrero | 99.3 fm, acapulco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FM Globo (US) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA PODEROSA 93.7 (Acapulco) - 93.7 FM - XHPA-FM - Grupo Radio Comunicación - Acapulco, Guerrero | 93.7 fm, entretenimiento | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| DSS RADIO 107.9 (Chilpancingo) - 107.9 FM - XHSCAS-FM - Digital con Sentido Social 106.3, A.C. - Chilpancingo, Guerrero | 107.9 fm, américa | MP3 320 kbps | |
| W RADIO 105.1 (Chilpancingo) - 105.1 FM - XHEZUM-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chilpancingo, Guerrero | 105.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Tierra Colorada
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Municipal |
Farmers Markets in Tierra Colorada
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Xaltianguis |
Gas Stations in Tierra Colorada
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tierra Colorada
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport | ACA | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo Los Filos | — | Small Airport |
| Base Aeronaval Acapulco | — | Small Airport |
| Base Nº7 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (Gustavo G. León González) | — | Small Airport |
| Chilpancingo National Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Tierra Colorada?
Tierra Colorada has a population of 11,540 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 224.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tierra Colorada?
Tierra Colorada has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.
How is the job market in Tierra Colorada?
The job market in Tierra Colorada is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 369 business establishments in the area.