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Escuintla, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Escuintla is a small city in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 9,570. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
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About Escuintla
Escuintla is a town and municipality in the Mexican state of Chiapas, in southern Mexico. It covers an area of 206.2 km2.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 9,570 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3194°, -92.6583° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.1 inches (1,553 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Escuintla
Escuintla is a small city in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 9,570. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Escuintla vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 306 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 351 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 251.8 sq mi (652.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3194°N, 92.6583°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2017 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.7 m | 98 | 137 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (63 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 63 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 134 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 135 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 15.2 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 13.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 14.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 18.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in |
Escuintla has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 52°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 87.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (18.4") and January the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Escuintla
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 Escuintla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| mercado municipal |
Gas Stations in Escuintla
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Escuintla
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Escuintla
What is the population of Escuintla?
Escuintla has a population of 9,570 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 251.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Escuintla?
Escuintla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches.
How is the job market in Escuintla?
Escuintla has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 306 business establishments in the area.