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El Paraíso, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

El Paraíso is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,081. Elevation: 1,762 ft (537 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,081 Population 3/sq mi density
1,762 ft Elevation 537 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
67.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,081
Density3/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain67.1 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation1,762 ft (537 m)
Population1,081
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,762 ft (537 m)
Coordinates17.2464°, -92.5569°
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 Paraíso

El Paraíso is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,081. The city sits at an elevation of 1,762 feet (537 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 35 business establishments.

Income: El Paraíso vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Paraíso 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 1,762 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

Elevation1,762 ft (537 m)
Area398.4 sq mi (1,031.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates17.2464°N, 92.5569°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

191 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 M7.2 107 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 140 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 80 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 85 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 115 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 134 km
Feb 8, 2002 7 km N of Dolores Jaltenango, Mexico M5.4 145 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 147 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 141 km
Apr 29, 2024 5 km WNW of Francisco Villa, Mexico M5.1 142 km
Jan 20, 2011 4 km NNW of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.0 126 km
Mar 10, 2009 4 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M5.0 146 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 145 km
Sep 6, 2011 6 km NW of Nuevo México, Mexico M5.0 129 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 120 km
Feb 9, 2010 10 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M4.9 137 km
Mar 31, 1997 2 km NE of La Concordia, Mexico M4.8 125 km
Apr 13, 2013 30 km E of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M4.7 145 km
Jan 31, 1990 2 km SW of Ignacio Zaragoza, Mexico M4.7 137 km
Jan 3, 1998 15 km WNW of Plan de Ayala, Mexico M4.7 118 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 1 184 km
2011 Nate Category 1 274 km
2010 Karl Category 3 273 km
2007 Dean Category 1 274 km
2005 Stan Category 1 272 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 274 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 73 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (72 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 72 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 Paraíso 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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Farmers Markets in El Paraíso

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Público "Pedro Palomeque"

Airports Near El Paraíso

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTGZMedium Airport
Terán Air BaseMedium Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyulapa AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Florida 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 António AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Jose Produce AirportSmall 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 Paraíso

What is the population of El Paraíso?

El Paraíso has a population of 1,081 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 398.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Paraíso?

El Paraíso 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 Paraíso?

The job market in El Paraíso is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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