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El Pig, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
El Pig is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 516. Elevation: 8,150 ft (2,484 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 516 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,150 ft (2,484 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.7317°, -92.7647° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.3 inches (642 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Pig
El Pig is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 516. The city sits at an elevation of 8,150 feet (2,484 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.3 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Pig vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 17 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Pig
El Pig has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1153 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 361 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,150 ft (2,484 m) |
| Area | 81.1 sq mi (210.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.7317°N, 92.7647°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 38 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 86 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
El Pig has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 58°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.0") and January the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near El Pig
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XHEXA "Exa FM" 104.9 FM Mexico City, DF | electronica, latin pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO ZOQUE 105.9 (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 105.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| LA KEBUENA 100.1 (Tuxtla) - 100.1 FM - XHUD-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XERED "Radio RED" 1110 AM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, news | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Free FM 80´s Mexico | #80s, 1980s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XHSON "Beat" 100.9 FM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, lounge | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Roca Fm Clasicos Mexico | 60s, 70s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XHSH-FM "Amor 95.3" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, mexico city | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| XERC-FM 97.7 "Radio Centro" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, contemporary hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| UNICACH Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XEJP-FM "Joya 93.7" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, contemporary music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| XHFO "Radio RED" 92.1 FM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, grc | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Zoque 105.9 FM | — | MP3 | |
| EXA FM 98.5 (Tuxtla) - 98.5 FM - XHCQ-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHiapas | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XEL-AM 1260 "La Comadre" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, grupera | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| XEX 730 "W Deportes" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, mexico city | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| XEQR "Radio Centro" 1030 AM Mexico City, DF | mexico city, talk | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| JOYA 101.7 (Tuxtla) - 101.7 FM - XHVV-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 101.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Radio Zoque (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo As Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 105.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| XHPOP-FM 99.3 "Radio Disney" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, dance | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| 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 |
Museums in El Pig
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafemuseo cafe | ||||
| Ex Convento de Santo Domingo | ||||
| Museo de Culturas Populares | ||||
| Museo de la Medicina Maya | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Sergio Castro | ||||
| Museo textiles de mundo maya | ||||
| Museum of Amber | ||||
| Na Bolom | ||||
| Na Bolom |
Libraries in El Pig
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Cafe y librería de oscasion | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Pig
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito 2 | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Jose Castillo Tielemans | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in El Pig
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Pig
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | Medium Airport |
| Terán Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Acuagranjas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Comitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Sarabia National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Copalar Airport | CJT | Small Airport |
| San Luis de Ocosingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle Bonito Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About El Pig
What is the population of El Pig?
El Pig has a population of 516 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 81.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Pig?
El Pig has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 361 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches.
How is the job market in El Pig?
The job market in El Pig is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.