Coapilla, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Coapilla is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 3,770. Elevation: 5,364 ft (1,635 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

3,770 Population 23/sq mi density
5,364 ft Elevation 1,635 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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About Coapilla

Coapilla

Coapilla is a town and municipality in the Mexican state of Chiapas in southern Mexico. It covers an area of 106.8 km2.

People

Population3,770
Density23/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Elevation5,364 ft (1,635 m)
Population3,770
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation5,364 ft (1,635 m)
Coordinates17.1302°, -93.1588°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (785 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Coapilla

Coapilla is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 3,770. The city sits at an elevation of 5,364 feet (1,635 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/Merida.

Coapilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,364 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Geography

Elevation5,364 ft (1,635 m)
Area164.6 sq mi (426.3 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates17.1302°N, 93.1588°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 10.94"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

686 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 46 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 148 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 126 km
Feb 12, 2008 9 km SSW of General Pascual Fentes, Mexico M6.5 149 km
Dec 31, 1996 4 km SW of El Ramal (Porvenir), Mexico M6.4 146 km
Jun 7, 1998 2 km NNE of Cabeza de Toro, Mexico M6.3 146 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 124 km
Aug 9, 2023 7 km NNE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.8 125 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 93 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 70 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 99 km
Aug 5, 2015 11 km ENE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.7 123 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 126 km
Aug 12, 2019 7 km NE of Cabeza de Toro, Mexico M5.5 142 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 108 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 92 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 89 km
Jul 30, 2013 9 km W of Querétaro, Mexico M5.4 148 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 112 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 130 km
2011 Nate Category 1 300 km
2010 Karl Category 3 275 km
2005 Stan Category 1 243 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 32 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (27 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 27 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 1.7 in
March 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 9.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 8.3 in
August 72°F (22°C) 9.6 in
September 72°F (22°C) 10.9 in Wettest
October 70°F (21°C) 6.6 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.2 in

Coapilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in January to 75°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 61.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and March the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Coapilla

4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Telesecundaria - - - -
Escuela Primaria - - - -
Colegio Vicente Guerrero - - - -
Colegio de Bachilleres - - - -
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Radio Stations near Coapilla

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 100.1 (Tuxtla) - 100.1 FM - XHUD-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 100.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
RADIO ZOQUE 105.9 (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 105.9 fm, américa MP3
Radio Zoque 105.9 FM - MP3
UNICACH Radio - MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.5 (Tuxtla) - 98.5 FM - XHCQ-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHiapas 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Radio Zoque (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo As Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 105.9 fm, américa MP3
JOYA 101.7 (Tuxtla) - 101.7 FM - XHVV-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 101.7 fm, américa AAC
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

Airports Near Coapilla

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTGZMedium Airport
Terán Air Base-Medium Airport
Acuagranjas Airport-Small Airport
Campo David Airport-Small Airport
Ciudad Pemex 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 Carlos Airport-Small Airport
San Fernando Airstrip-Small Airport
Valle Bonito Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Coapilla

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla
Templo Adventista

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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What is the population of Coapilla?

Coapilla has a population of 3,770 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 164.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Coapilla?

Coapilla 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. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.

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