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Chapultenango, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Chapultenango is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 3,129. Elevation: 2,251 ft (686 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,129 Population 56/sq mi density
2,251 ft Elevation 686 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
82.1 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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About Chapultenango

Chapultenango

Chapultenango is a town and municipality in the Mexican state of Chiapas, in southern Mexico. It covers an area of 161.5 km2.

People

Population3,129
Density56/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.9%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain82.1 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation2,251 ft (686 m)
Population3,129
Population Density56 / sq mi
Elevation2,251 ft (686 m)
Coordinates17.3402°, -93.1298°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation82.1 inches (2,085 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chapultenango

Chapultenango is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 3,129. The city sits at an elevation of 2,251 feet (686 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.1 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 100 business establishments.

Income: Chapultenango vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chapultenango has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 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 82.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,251 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,251 ft (686 m)
Area55.5 sq mi (143.8 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates17.3402°N, 93.1298°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.1"
116% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 21.61"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

527 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 8, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 66 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 129 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 143 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 109 km
Aug 9, 2023 7 km NNE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.8 147 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 91 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 107 km
Aug 5, 2015 11 km ENE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.7 145 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 138 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 129 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 103 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 108 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 135 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 90 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 115 km
Aug 28, 2001 11 km E of Arriaga, Mexico M5.3 143 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 79 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 118 km
Jun 22, 2008 14 km W of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.1 112 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 151 km
2011 Nate Category 1 277 km
2010 Karl Category 3 252 km
2007 Dean Category 1 280 km
2005 Stan Category 1 226 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 295 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 55 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (11 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 11 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 11.3 in
February 71°F (22°C) 8.9 in
March 75°F (24°C) 5.6 in
April 79°F (26°C) 5.5 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 15.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 14.2 in
August 78°F (26°C) 17.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 21.5 in
October 76°F (24°C) 21.6 in Wettest
November 73°F (23°C) 13.9 in
December 71°F (22°C) 11.7 in Coldest

Chapultenango has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in December to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 154.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (21.6") and April the driest (5.5").

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Libraries in Chapultenango

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Publica0.0

Farmers Markets in Chapultenango

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Diana Cordoba de Balboa
Mercado publico

Airports Near Chapultenango

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Terán Air Base-Medium Airport
Acuagranjas Airport-Small Airport
Campo David Airport-Small Airport
Ciudad Pemex Airport-Small Airport
Cucuyulapa Airport-Small Airport
El Blanquillo Airport-Small Airport
Francisco Sarabia National Airport-Small Airport
Jorge Efrain Airport-Small Airport
La Concordia Airport-Small Airport
La Florida Airport-Small Airport
La Giralda Airport-Small Airport
La Pista Airport-Small Airport
Lomas Tristes Airport-Small Airport
Monterrey Airport-Small Airport
Nicolas Bravo Airport-Small Airport
Pista Leo-Small Airport
Rancho Joali Airport-Small Airport
Rancho San Jose Airport-Small Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero Airport-Small Airport
San António Airport-Small Airport
San Carlos Airport-Small Airport
San Fernando Airstrip-Small Airport
San Jose Produce Airport-Small Airport
Valle Bonito Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Merida

🇲🇽 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 Chapultenango

What is the population of Chapultenango?

Chapultenango has a population of 3,129 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 55.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chapultenango?

Chapultenango has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 82.1 inches.

How is the job market in Chapultenango?

The job market in Chapultenango is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 100 business establishments in the area.

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