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Arimatea, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Arimatea is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,251. Elevation: 833 ft (254 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1,251 Population 1/sq mi density
833 ft Elevation 254 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
103.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,251
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain103.5 in/yr
Sunny Days158/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Population1,251
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Coordinates17.3414°, -91.8764°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation103.5 inches (2,629 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Arimatea

Arimatea is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,251. The city sits at an elevation of 833 feet (254 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 40 business establishments.

Income: Arimatea vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)40

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Arimatea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 103.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 833 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days158 days/yr

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area2,497.6 sq mi (6,468.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.3414°N, 91.8764°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 103.5"
172% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 16.54"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

63 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M5.8 on May 5, 2025.

May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 116 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 139 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 111 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 143 km
Apr 12, 2010 4 km SSE of Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico M4.6 139 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 95 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 80 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 49 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 58 km
Jun 1, 1997 2 km NE of Julián Grajales, Mexico M4.5 148 km
Jul 18, 1993 0 km ESE of Pablo L. Sidar, Mexico M4.5 136 km
Mar 29, 2021 12 km WSW of Nuevo San Juan Chamula, Mexico M4.5 143 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 96 km
Oct 19, 1996 3 km W of Yibeljoj, Mexico M4.4 82 km
Mar 3, 2013 20 km SSE of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 105 km
Jan 19, 1999 2 km ESE of Raya Zaragoza, Mexico M4.4 84 km
May 29, 2007 8 km NE of Xicoténcatl, Mexico M4.4 85 km
Jan 18, 2014 5 km NNE of Netzahualcóyotl, Mexico M4.3 67 km
Jun 2, 1998 5 km SSW of Unión Buena Vista, Mexico M4.3 143 km
Apr 25, 2008 9 km NNW of José Colomo, Mexico M4.3 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 250 km
2011 Nate Category 1 263 km
2010 Karl Category 2 293 km
2010 Richard Category 1 284 km
2007 Dean Category 2 237 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 243 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 19 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (144 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 144 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
March 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 6.0 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 12.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 12.4 in
September 80°F (26°C) 16.5 in Wettest
October 78°F (25°C) 14.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 8.3 in
December 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in

Arimatea has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 103.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.5") and March the driest (3.4").

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Museums in Arimatea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo del Sitio Palenque
Museo IK

Farmers Markets in Arimatea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadito

Airports Near Arimatea

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balancan AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
El Freno AirfieldSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Los Bravos De Bonfil AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique AirportSmall Airport
Xiquipilli AirportSmall 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 Arimatea

What is the population of Arimatea?

Arimatea has a population of 1,251 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,497.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arimatea?

Arimatea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.5 inches.

How is the job market in Arimatea?

The job market in Arimatea is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 40 business establishments in the area.

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