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El Arenal, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
El Arenal is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,157. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,157 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.1727°, -92.6992° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.6 inches (2,124 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Arenal
El Arenal is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,157. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Arenal vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 37 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 364.4 sq mi (943.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.1727°N, 92.6992°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2017 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.7 m | 98 | 130 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 64 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 132 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 134 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 13.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 12.3 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 16.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in |
El Arenal has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 79°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 77.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.9") and January the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near El Arenal
4 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 |
Farmers Markets in El Arenal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| mercado municipal |
Airports Near El Arenal
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 El Arenal?
El Arenal has a population of 1,157 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 364.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Arenal?
El Arenal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches.
How is the job market in El Arenal?
The job market in El Arenal is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 37 business establishments in the area.