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Aurora Grande, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Aurora Grande is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 990. Elevation: 4,682 ft (1,427 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

990 Population 9/sq mi density
4,682 ft Elevation 1,427 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
67.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population990
Density9/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.5%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain67.1 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation4,682 ft (1,427 m)
Population990
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation4,682 ft (1,427 m)
Coordinates17.1336°, -92.3547°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation67.1 inches (1,705 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Aurora Grande

Aurora Grande is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 990. The city sits at an elevation of 4,682 feet (1,427 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 32 business establishments.

Income: Aurora Grande vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Aurora Grande enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 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 67.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,682 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,682 ft (1,427 m)
Area111.7 sq mi (289.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates17.1336°N, 92.3547°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.1"
77% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.74"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

154 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M5.8 on May 5, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 123 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 127 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 71 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 86 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 110 km
Feb 8, 2002 7 km N of Dolores Jaltenango, Mexico M5.4 137 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 121 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 131 km
Apr 29, 2024 5 km WNW of Francisco Villa, Mexico M5.1 148 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 129 km
May 6, 2023 11 km WSW of Nueva América, Mexico M5.0 139 km
Jan 20, 2011 4 km NNW of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.0 141 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 107 km
Sep 6, 2011 6 km NW of Nuevo México, Mexico M5.0 139 km
Feb 9, 2010 10 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M4.9 124 km
Jan 11, 2025 8 km W of Pablo L. Sidar, Mexico M4.9 143 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km SSW of Nueva América, Mexico M4.9 141 km
Mar 31, 1997 2 km NE of La Concordia, Mexico M4.8 116 km
Jan 31, 1990 2 km SW of Ignacio Zaragoza, Mexico M4.7 127 km
Apr 26, 2011 0 km SSW of Jaltenango de la Paz, Mexico M4.7 146 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 1 195 km
2011 Nate Category 1 285 km
2010 Karl Category 2 292 km
2007 Dean Category 2 276 km
2005 Stan Category 1 295 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 278 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 85 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (96 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 96 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 2.5 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 5.6 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 11.5 in
July 69°F (21°C) 9.0 in
August 72°F (22°C) 10.7 in
September 72°F (22°C) 13.7 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 9.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in
December 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in

Aurora Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 62°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.7") and March the driest (2.2").

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Airports Near Aurora Grande

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTGZMedium Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo 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 Aurora Grande

What is the population of Aurora Grande?

Aurora Grande has a population of 990 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 111.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aurora Grande?

Aurora Grande enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.1 inches.

How is the job market in Aurora Grande?

The job market in Aurora Grande is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 32 business establishments in the area.

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