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El Platanar, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
El Platanar is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 747. Elevation: 4,160 ft (1,268 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 747 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,160 ft (1,268 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0836°, -92.1622° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.9 inches (2,765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Platanar
El Platanar is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 747. The city sits at an elevation of 4,160 feet (1,268 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Platanar vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 24 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in El Platanar
El Platanar has an average annual temperature of 29°C (84°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (28.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2087 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,160 ft (1,268 m) |
| Area | 81.0 sq mi (209.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0836°N, 92.1622°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2005 | LAGO DE ATITLAN | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 110 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 125 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 90 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (8 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 8 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 75 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 76 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 153 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 154 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 11.4 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 17.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 11.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 14.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 18.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in |
El Platanar has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 99.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (18.5") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near El Platanar
6 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 | |
| RADIO ESLA (GT) | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM (GT) | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in El Platanar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Soconusco | ||||
| Casa de Cultura |
Libraries in El Platanar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Platanar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cacahoatán | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| San Juan |
Breweries in El Platanar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capricornio | ||||
| Capricornio | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula |
Stadiums & Teams in El Platanar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Platanar
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| 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 |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | 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 |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | 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 |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Platanar
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE | ||
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL COLONIA EL VERGEL |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Platanar?
El Platanar has a population of 747 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 81.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Platanar?
El Platanar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.9 inches.
How is the job market in El Platanar?
The job market in El Platanar is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.