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Tierras Coloradas, Mexico

San Luis Potosí · Mexico

Tierras Coloradas is a small town in San Luis Potosí, Mexico with a population of 557. Elevation: 3,927 ft (1,197 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

557 Population 1/sq mi density
3,927 ft Elevation 1,197 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
24.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population557
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.3%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation3,927 ft (1,197 m)
Population557
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,927 ft (1,197 m)
Coordinates21.8975°, -99.5028°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceSan Luis Potosí
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (629 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tierras Coloradas

Tierras Coloradas is a small town in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) with a population of 557. The city sits at an elevation of 3,927 feet (1,197 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 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: Tierras Coloradas vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

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

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tierras Coloradas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,927 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above Mexico avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,927 ft (1,197 m)
Area623.7 sq mi (1,615.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates21.8975°N, 99.5028°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.8"
35% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.63"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Jun 5, 2023.

May 16, 2023 15 km NNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M5.0 147 km
Jun 5, 2023 11 km WNW of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M4.6 142 km
Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 12 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 61 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 35 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 92 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 75 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 36 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 51 km
Aug 23, 1993 6 km WNW of Maitinez, Mexico M4.0 59 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 71 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 82 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 55 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 11 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 51 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 95 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 51 km
Apr 8, 1998 9 km NNW of Jacala, Mexico M3.7 94 km
Apr 18, 2001 3 km NNE of Orizabita, Mexico M3.6 146 km
May 26, 2000 17 km W of Jacala, Mexico M3.6 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 3 243 km
2017 Katia Category 1 288 km
2010 Alex Category 2 220 km
2007 Dean Category 2 276 km
2007 Lorenzo Category 1 294 km
2000 Keith Category 1 183 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 189 km
1993 Gert Category 2 153 km
1990 Diana Category 2 244 km
1988 Debby Category 1 264 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
April 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in
May 78°F (25°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
August 74°F (24°C) 4.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in

Tierras Coloradas has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 61°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Tierras Coloradas

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BUENAVISTA RADIO 102.9 (Ciudad Valles) - 102.9 FM - XHCSBY-FM - Medios Digitales Culturales de la Huasteca, A.C. - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosí 102.9 fm, américa MP3 320 kbps
Espectacular 91.7 FM baladas en español, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Tierras Coloradas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Licenciado y Profesor Carlos Conjitud Barrios

Airports Near Tierras Coloradas

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campo Ríoverde National AirportSmall Airport
Chantol AirstripSmall Airport
Covadonga AirportSmall Airport
Cuatro Caminos AirportSmall Airport
El Siete AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
Rancho El Trofis AirportSmall Airport
Tamuín National AirportTSLSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tierras Coloradas

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
La Peñita

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 Tierras Coloradas

What is the population of Tierras Coloradas?

Tierras Coloradas has a population of 557 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 623.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tierras Coloradas?

Tierras Coloradas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.

How is the job market in Tierras Coloradas?

The job market in Tierras Coloradas 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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