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Catazajá, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Catazajá is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 2,973. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2,973 Population 1/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
92.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Catazajá

Catazajá

Catazajá is a town and municipality in the southeastern Mexican state of Chiapas and is the northernmost municipality in the state. It covers an area of 621 km2.

People

Population2,973
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain92.2 in/yr
Sunny Days174/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population2,973
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates17.7244°, -92.0121°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation92.2 inches (2,342 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Catazajá

Catazajá is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 2,973. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 95 business establishments.

Income: Catazajá vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)95

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Catazajá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 174 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 92.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above Mexico avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days174 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area2,497.6 sq mi (6,468.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.7244°N, 92.0121°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.2"
143% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.49"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 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 M5.8 145 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 107 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 92 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 82 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 126 km
Jul 18, 1993 0 km ESE of Pablo L. Sidar, Mexico M4.5 109 km
Oct 19, 1996 3 km W of Yibeljoj, Mexico M4.4 102 km
Feb 11, 2007 0 km W of Cunduacán, Mexico M4.4 129 km
Mar 3, 2013 20 km SSE of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 148 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 139 km
May 29, 2007 8 km NE of Xicoténcatl, Mexico M4.4 69 km
Jan 19, 1999 2 km ESE of Raya Zaragoza, Mexico M4.4 78 km
Jan 18, 2014 5 km NNE of Netzahualcóyotl, Mexico M4.3 62 km
Apr 25, 2008 9 km NNW of José Colomo, Mexico M4.3 62 km
Apr 1, 2005 2 km SE of Majomut, Mexico M4.3 119 km
Dec 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Benito González, Mexico M4.3 72 km
Mar 9, 2011 28 km S of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 108 km
Jun 2, 2007 12 km ENE of Justo Sierra, Mexico M4.3 128 km
Nov 19, 2012 13 km W of Nuevo Volcán Chichonal, Mexico M4.3 130 km
Mar 20, 2007 3 km NW of El Mango, Mexico M4.2 60 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 1 263 km
2011 Nate Category 1 220 km
2010 Karl Category 2 249 km
2007 Dean Category 2 201 km
2005 Stan Category 1 275 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 205 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (135 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 135 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 3.9 in
March 80°F (27°C) 3.0 in
April 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 86°F (30°C) 5.3 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 10.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 8.4 in
August 83°F (28°C) 10.7 in
September 82°F (28°C) 14.5 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 13.7 in
November 78°F (25°C) 8.3 in
December 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in

Catazajá has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 74°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.5") and April the driest (2.6").

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Museums in Catazajá

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo del Sitio Palenque
Museo IK
Museo Ventura Marín Azcuaga

Libraries in Catazajá

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Publica0.0

Farmers Markets in Catazajá

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadito
Mercado Chablé
Mercado Municipal

Restaurants in Catazajá

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant La toluqueña
taqueria el negro

Cafes in Catazajá

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Super 24 hrs.

Theme Parks in Catazajá

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Malecon

Bus Stations in Catazajá

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Colectivo Playas a Palenque

Gas Stations in Catazajá

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estacion de Servicio
MX #296357282
Pemex

Airports Near Catazajá

13 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
Mata Larga AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Laguna Blanca, S.A. de C.V. AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
Palizada 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 Catazajá

What is the population of Catazajá?

Catazajá has a population of 2,973 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 Catazajá?

Catazajá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 174 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.2 inches.

How is the job market in Catazajá?

Catazajá has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 95 business establishments in the area.

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