All Countries
El Retiro, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
El Retiro is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 824. Elevation: 1,594 ft (486 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover El Retiro, Mexico
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 824 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,594 ft (486 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2054°, -92.4258° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.6 inches (2,124 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Retiro
El Retiro is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 824. The city sits at an elevation of 1,594 feet (486 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: El Retiro vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 26 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,594 ft (486 m) |
| Area | 325.6 sq mi (843.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2054°N, 92.4258°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 | — | 142 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 147 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 114 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 35 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 106 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 108 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 184 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 185 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 17.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 13.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 16.8 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 19.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 11.4 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
El Retiro has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in December to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 98.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (19.6") and January the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near El Retiro
4 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 |
Farmers Markets in El Retiro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| mercado municipal |
Airports Near El Retiro
22 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 Retiro
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE |
Quick Facts
🇲🇽 About Mexico
Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for El Retiro.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Retiro
What is the population of El Retiro?
El Retiro has a population of 824 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 325.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Retiro?
El Retiro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches.
How is the job market in El Retiro?
The job market in El Retiro is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 26 business establishments in the area.