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Chigtón, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Chigtón is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 960. Elevation: 3,602 ft (1,098 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 960 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,602 ft (1,098 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8437°, -92.8731° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.9 inches (785 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chigtón
Chigtón is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 960. The city sits at an elevation of 3,602 feet (1,098 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Chigtón vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 31 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,602 ft (1,098 m) |
| Area | 153.5 sq mi (397.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8437°N, 92.8731°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
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 | 24 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 69 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 9.4 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 8.8 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in |
Chigtón has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 63°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.7") and January the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Chigtón
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 Chigtón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafemuseo cafe | ||||
| Casa Museo Angel Albino Corzo | ||||
| Casa Museo Madrigal | ||||
| Ex Convento de Santo Domingo | ||||
| Museo Botánico | ||||
| Museo Chiapas de Ciencia y Tecnologia (MUCH) | ||||
| Museo de Antropología e Historia | ||||
| Museo de Culturas Populares | ||||
| Museo de la Medicina Maya | ||||
| Museo De Laca | ||||
| Museo de Palentología | ||||
| Museo de Paleontología | ||||
| Museo del Café Chiapas | ||||
| Museo Franco Lázaro Gómez | ||||
| Museo Juan Sabines | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Regional de Chiapas | ||||
| Museo Sergio Castro | ||||
| Museo textiles de mundo maya | ||||
| Museo Zoque de Copoya | ||||
| Museum of Amber | ||||
| Na Bolom | ||||
| Na Bolom |
Libraries in Chigtón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Cafe y librería de oscasion | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Cultural Jaime Sabines | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chigtón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito 2 | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado de los Ancianos | |||||
| Mercado de los Ancianos | |||||
| Mercado Jose Castillo Tielemans | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Suchiapa | |||||
| Mercado Público Municipal "San Juan" | |||||
| Mercado Público Municipal Juan Sabines | |||||
| Mercado Público Municipal Rafael Pascacio Gamboa | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal |
Breweries in Chigtón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecentro | ||||
| Cervecentro |
Stadiums & Teams in Chigtón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chigtón
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | Medium Airport |
| Terán Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Acuagranjas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Blanquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Sarabia National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Concordia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lomas Tristes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pista Leo | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Joali Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle Bonito Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Chigtón
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación e Inclusión Infantil Teletón (CRIT) Chiapas |
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What is the population of Chigtón?
Chigtón has a population of 960 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 153.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chigtón?
Chigtón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.
How is the job market in Chigtón?
The job market in Chigtón is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 31 business establishments in the area.