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Chalchihuitán, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Chalchihuitán is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,054. Elevation: 4,921 ft (1,500 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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About Chalchihuitán
Chalchihuitán is a town and municipality in the Mexican state of Chiapas, in southern Mexico. It covers an area of 74.5 km2.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,054 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,921 ft (1,500 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.9636°, -92.6183° |
| Timezone | America/Merida |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.1 inches (1,705 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chalchihuitán
Chalchihuitán is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,054. The city sits at an elevation of 4,921 feet (1,500 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/Merida.
Income: Chalchihuitán vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 34 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Chalchihuitán
Chalchihuitán has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1153 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,921 ft (1,500 m) |
| Area | 75.9 sq mi (196.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9636°N, 92.6183°W |
| Timezone | America/Merida |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 53 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (78 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 78 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 10.1 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
Chalchihuitán has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 60°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.5") and February the driest (1.0").
Radio Stations near Chalchihuitán
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XHEXA "Exa FM" 104.9 FM Mexico City, DF | electronica, latin pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO ZOQUE 105.9 (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 105.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| LA KEBUENA 100.1 (Tuxtla) - 100.1 FM - XHUD-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XERED "Radio RED" 1110 AM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, news | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Free FM 80´s Mexico | #80s, 1980s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XHSON "Beat" 100.9 FM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, lounge | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Roca Fm Clasicos Mexico | 60s, 70s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XHSH-FM "Amor 95.3" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, mexico city | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| XERC-FM 97.7 "Radio Centro" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, contemporary hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| UNICACH Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XEJP-FM "Joya 93.7" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, contemporary music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| XHFO "Radio RED" 92.1 FM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, grc | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Zoque 105.9 FM | — | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 98.5 (Tuxtla) - 98.5 FM - XHCQ-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHiapas | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XEL-AM 1260 "La Comadre" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, grupera | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| XEX 730 "W Deportes" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, mexico city | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| XEQR "Radio Centro" 1030 AM Mexico City, DF | mexico city, talk | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| JOYA 101.7 (Tuxtla) - 101.7 FM - XHVV-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 101.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Radio Zoque (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo As Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 105.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| XHPOP-FM 99.3 "Radio Disney" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, dance | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tuxtla - 96.1 FM - XHTGZ-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Poderosa (Tuxtla) - 91.1 FM - XHIO-FM - Grupo As Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 91.1 fm, américa | MP3 |
Museums in Chalchihuitán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafemuseo cafe | ||||
| Ex Convento de Santo Domingo | ||||
| Museo de Culturas Populares | ||||
| Museo de la Medicina Maya | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Sergio Castro | ||||
| Museo textiles de mundo maya | ||||
| Museum of Amber | ||||
| Na Bolom | ||||
| Na Bolom |
Libraries in Chalchihuitán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Cafe y librería de oscasion | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chalchihuitán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito 2 | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Jose Castillo Tielemans | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Chalchihuitán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chalchihuitán
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | Medium Airport |
| Terán Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Comitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Blanquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Sarabia National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jorge Efrain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Florida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Pista Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lomas Tristes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palenque International Airport | PQM | Small Airport |
| Pista Leo | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Fernando Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis de Ocosingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Chalchihuitán?
Chalchihuitán has a population of 1,054 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 75.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chalchihuitán?
Chalchihuitán 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 Chalchihuitán?
Chalchihuitán has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 34 business establishments in the area.