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Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección, Mexico

Tabasco · Mexico

Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección is a small town in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 563. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

563 Population 182/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
60.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population563
Density182/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population563
Population Density182 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates17.8908°, -93.6856°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation60.0 inches (1,524 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección

Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección is a small town in Mexico (Tabasco) with a population of 563. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 60.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above Mexico avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density182/sq mi
Coordinates17.8908°N, 93.6856°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.0"
58% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 13.70"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

770 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 119 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 103 km
Feb 25, 2011 3 km NNE of Aguilera, Mexico M5.9 140 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 103 km
Jul 25, 1991 3 km WNW of Aguilera, Mexico M5.7 144 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 142 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 121 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 134 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 121 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 57 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 63 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 109 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 94 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 58 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 90 km
Jun 22, 2008 14 km W of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.1 135 km
Jan 20, 2010 22 km E of Santa María Chimalapa, Mexico M5.0 141 km
Aug 29, 2021 1 km NNW of Dehesa, Mexico M5.0 140 km
Jul 29, 1999 21 km SSW of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.0 114 km
Jan 18, 2006 26 km ESE of Santa María Chimalapa, Mexico M5.0 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Franklin (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Franklin Category 1 268 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 189 km
2011 Nate Category 1 249 km
2010 Karl Category 3 190 km
2007 Dean Category 1 232 km
2005 Stan Category 1 141 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 292 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 50.0 m (164 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2007 JUAN DE GRIJALVA, CHIAPAS Meteorological 50.0 m 19 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (76 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 76 km
San Martin Shield 1,650 m (5,413 ft) 1796 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 6.1 in
February 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in
March 78°F (26°C) 1.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 83°F (29°C) 9.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 8.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 10.3 in
September 82°F (28°C) 13.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 13.7 in Wettest
November 77°F (25°C) 8.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.6 in Coldest

Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 74°F in December to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 85.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.7") and April the driest (1.9").

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Airports Near Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Acuagranjas AirportSmall Airport
Campo David AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyulapa AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Concordia AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Giralda AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
La Unión AirstripSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho Joali AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San António AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Jose Produce AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosalia AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 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 Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección

What is the population of Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección?

Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección has a population of 563 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 182 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección?

Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.0 inches.

How is the job market in Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección?

The job market in Tierra Colorada 1ra. Sección is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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