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Checute, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Checute is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 691. Elevation: 5,942 ft (1,811 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 691 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,942 ft (1,811 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2639°, -92.2680° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.1 inches (1,553 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Checute
Checute is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 691. The city sits at an elevation of 5,942 feet (1,811 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Checute vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 22 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,942 ft (1,811 m) |
| Area | 251.9 sq mi (652.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2639°N, 92.2680°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 | — | 130 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 147 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (23 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 23 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 95 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 96 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 172 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 173 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, 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 | Warmest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 13.7 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 9.4 in | |
| 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 |
Checute has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 52°F in January to 65°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.3") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Checute
6 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 | |
| RADIO ESLA (GT) | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM (GT) | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Checute
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo |
Stadiums & Teams in Checute
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Checute
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 |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Checute?
Checute has a population of 691 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 251.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Checute?
Checute enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches.
How is the job market in Checute?
The job market in Checute is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.