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Chiquinival, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Chiquinival is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,101. Elevation: 3,773 ft (1,150 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1,101 Population 0/sq mi density
3,773 ft Elevation 1,150 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
79.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,101
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.5%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain79.5 in/yr
Sunny Days194/yr
Elevation3,773 ft (1,150 m)
Population1,101
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation3,773 ft (1,150 m)
Coordinates16.9911°, -91.9603°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation79.5 inches (2,019 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chiquinival

Chiquinival is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,101. The city sits at an elevation of 3,773 feet (1,150 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments.

Income: Chiquinival vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chiquinival has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 194 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,773 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above Mexico avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days194 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,773 ft (1,150 m)
Area5,900.5 sq mi (15,282.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates16.9911°N, 91.9603°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 79.5"
109% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.82"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

137 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M5.8 on May 5, 2025.

Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 122 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 81 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 110 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 136 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 121 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 115 km
Feb 8, 2002 7 km N of Dolores Jaltenango, Mexico M5.4 143 km
Feb 23, 2010 16 km NE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.3 145 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 87 km
Mar 20, 2010 13 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M5.2 138 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 117 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 104 km
May 6, 2023 11 km WSW of Nueva América, Mexico M5.0 132 km
Jan 11, 2025 8 km W of Pablo L. Sidar, Mexico M4.9 134 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km SSW of Nueva América, Mexico M4.9 132 km
Feb 9, 2010 10 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M4.9 117 km
Mar 31, 1997 2 km NE of La Concordia, Mexico M4.8 122 km
Feb 5, 2015 2 km NE of Piedra Labrada, Mexico M4.7 147 km
Jan 31, 1990 2 km SW of Ignacio Zaragoza, Mexico M4.7 129 km
Apr 26, 2011 0 km SSW of Jaltenango de la Paz, Mexico M4.7 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 225 km
2010 Richard Category 1 297 km
2007 Dean Category 2 277 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 283 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 19 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (141 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 141 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 2.3 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 73°F (23°C) 2.7 in
May 75°F (24°C) 5.7 in Warmest
June 74°F (23°C) 12.0 in
July 72°F (22°C) 9.3 in
August 73°F (23°C) 10.9 in
September 73°F (23°C) 13.8 in Wettest
October 71°F (22°C) 9.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in
December 66°F (19°C) 3.6 in

Chiquinival has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 65°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 79.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.8") and March the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Chiquinival

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Luis Pasteur
Faustino Sarmiento
COLEGIO DE BACHILLERES DE CHIAPAS 094
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Airports Near Chiquinival

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comitan AirportSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique AirportSmall Airport
Yalcok 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 Chiquinival

What is the population of Chiquinival?

Chiquinival has a population of 1,101 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,900.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chiquinival?

Chiquinival has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.5 inches.

How is the job market in Chiquinival?

The job market in Chiquinival is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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