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Cantón Sinaí, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Cantón Sinaí is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 817. Elevation: 4,865 ft (1,483 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 817 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,865 ft (1,483 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.1966°, -92.3250° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.6 inches (2,124 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cantón Sinaí
Cantón Sinaí is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 817. The city sits at an elevation of 4,865 feet (1,483 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Cantón Sinaí vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 26 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cantón Sinaí
Cantón Sinaí has an average annual temperature of 29°C (84°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (28.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2087 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,865 ft (1,483 m) |
| Area | 325.6 sq mi (843.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.1966°N, 92.3250°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2005 | LAGO DE ATITLAN | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 132 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 142 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (24 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 24 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 96 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 97 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 174 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 175 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 13.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 11.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 14.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Cantón Sinaí has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 61°F in December to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.3") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Cantón Sinaí
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Cantón Sinaí
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura |
Libraries in Cantón Sinaí
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cantón Sinaí
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cacahoatán |
Airports Near Cantón Sinaí
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Providencia de Acapetahua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Cantón Sinaí
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cantón Sinaí
What is the population of Cantón Sinaí?
Cantón Sinaí has a population of 817 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 325.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cantón Sinaí?
Cantón Sinaí has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches.
How is the job market in Cantón Sinaí?
The job market in Cantón Sinaí is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 26 business establishments in the area.