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El Limonar, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

El Limonar is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,289. Elevation: 1,614 ft (492 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1,289 Population 0/sq mi density
1,614 ft Elevation 492 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
85.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,289
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain85.2 in/yr
Sunny Days185/yr
Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)
Population1,289
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)
Coordinates16.9703°, -91.3782°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation85.2 inches (2,164 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Limonar

El Limonar is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,289. The city sits at an elevation of 1,614 feet (492 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 41 business establishments.

Income: El Limonar vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)41

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Limonar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 185 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,614 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days185 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)
Area5,900.5 sq mi (15,282.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates16.9703°N, 91.3782°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.2"
124% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.33"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 134 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 112 km
Feb 23, 2010 16 km NE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.3 120 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 53 km
Mar 20, 2010 13 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M5.2 116 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 144 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 145 km
Jul 14, 2019 10 km SE of San Luis Ixcán, Guatemala M4.8 144 km
May 31, 2008 4 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.8 106 km
Jul 23, 2023 13 km SSE of Maravilla Tenejapa, Mexico M4.7 105 km
Apr 9, 1991 2 km ESE of Sinaloa, Mexico M4.7 144 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 32 km
Jan 24, 1997 11 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M4.6 119 km
Jul 18, 2021 6 km SSW of Barillas, Guatemala M4.6 135 km
Jun 12, 2007 8 km NNW of Nentón, Guatemala M4.6 131 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 88 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 41 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 116 km
Mar 29, 2021 12 km WSW of Nuevo San Juan Chamula, Mexico M4.5 99 km
Jul 22, 2019 11 km SSE of San Luis Ixcán, Guatemala M4.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Earl (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Earl Category 1 268 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 282 km
2010 Richard Category 1 236 km
2007 Dean Category 3 265 km
2001 Iris Category 3 298 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 282 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 2.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 2.6 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.6 in Warmest
June 76°F (25°C) 13.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 10.6 in
August 75°F (24°C) 12.1 in
September 75°F (24°C) 14.3 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 9.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.8 in
December 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in

El Limonar has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 68°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 85.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.3") and March the driest (2.1").

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Radio Stations near El Limonar

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOOM FM 91.5 (Cintalapa) - 91.5 FM - XHCCAG-FM - Cadena Boom FM - Cintalapa, Chiapas 91.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Airports Near El Limonar

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comitan AirportSmall Airport
El Naranjo 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 El Limonar

What is the population of El Limonar?

El Limonar has a population of 1,289 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 El Limonar?

El Limonar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.2 inches.

How is the job market in El Limonar?

The job market in El Limonar is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 41 business establishments in the area.

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