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El Azufre, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

El Azufre is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 868. Elevation: 2,464 ft (751 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

868 Population 5/sq mi density
2,464 ft Elevation 751 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
67.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population868
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain67.1 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)
Population868
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)
Coordinates17.2043°, -92.6456°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation67.1 inches (1,705 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Azufre

El Azufre is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 868. The city sits at an elevation of 2,464 feet (751 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 28 business establishments.

Income: El Azufre vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Azufre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 67.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,464 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above Mexico avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)
Area170.4 sq mi (441.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates17.2043°N, 92.6456°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.1"
77% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.59"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

252 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 9, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 97 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 137 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 77 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 76 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 109 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 143 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 144 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 143 km
Feb 8, 2002 7 km N of Dolores Jaltenango, Mexico M5.4 139 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 131 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 138 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 132 km
Apr 29, 2024 5 km WNW of Francisco Villa, Mexico M5.1 133 km
Jun 22, 2008 14 km W of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.1 149 km
Jan 20, 2011 4 km NNW of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.0 116 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 142 km
Mar 10, 2009 4 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M5.0 135 km
May 6, 2023 11 km WSW of Nueva América, Mexico M5.0 149 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 117 km
Sep 6, 2011 6 km NW of Nuevo México, Mexico M5.0 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 174 km
2011 Nate Category 1 280 km
2010 Karl Category 3 275 km
2007 Dean Category 1 282 km
2005 Stan Category 1 270 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 62 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (64 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 64 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
March 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in Driest
April 74°F (24°C) 3.4 in
May 77°F (25°C) 6.1 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 12.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 10.1 in
August 74°F (23°C) 12.1 in
September 74°F (23°C) 15.6 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 12.5 in
November 69°F (21°C) 7.1 in
December 67°F (20°C) 5.8 in

El Azufre has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 62°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 97.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.6") and March the driest (3.1").

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Radio Stations near El Azufre

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 El Azufre

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTGZMedium Airport
Terán Air BaseMedium Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia National AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Giralda AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo 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 El Azufre

What is the population of El Azufre?

El Azufre has a population of 868 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 170.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Azufre?

El Azufre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.1 inches.

How is the job market in El Azufre?

The job market in El Azufre is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 28 business establishments in the area.

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