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Estrella de Belén, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Estrella de Belén is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,151. Elevation: 928 ft (283 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

1,151 Population 1/sq mi density
928 ft Elevation 283 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
103.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,151
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain103.5 in/yr
Sunny Days158/yr
Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Population1,151
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Coordinates17.3872°, -91.9586°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation103.5 inches (2,629 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Estrella de Belén

Estrella de Belén is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,151. The city sits at an elevation of 928 feet (283 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 37 business establishments.

Income: Estrella de Belén vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)37

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Estrella de Belén has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 103.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 928 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days158 days/yr

Geography

Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Area2,497.6 sq mi (6,468.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.3872°N, 91.9586°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 103.5"
172% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 16.54"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

62 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M5.8 on May 5, 2025.

May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 115 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 135 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 120 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 144 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 59 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 89 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 58 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 94 km
Apr 12, 2010 4 km SSE of Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico M4.6 139 km
Jul 18, 1993 0 km ESE of Pablo L. Sidar, Mexico M4.5 126 km
Jun 1, 1997 2 km NE of Julián Grajales, Mexico M4.5 144 km
Jan 19, 1999 2 km ESE of Raya Zaragoza, Mexico M4.4 75 km
May 29, 2007 8 km NE of Xicoténcatl, Mexico M4.4 75 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 106 km
Oct 19, 1996 3 km W of Yibeljoj, Mexico M4.4 78 km
Feb 11, 2007 0 km W of Cunduacán, Mexico M4.4 150 km
Mar 3, 2013 20 km SSE of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 115 km
Jun 2, 2007 12 km ENE of Justo Sierra, Mexico M4.3 91 km
Dec 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Benito González, Mexico M4.3 93 km
Nov 19, 2012 13 km W of Nuevo Volcán Chichonal, Mexico M4.3 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 245 km
2011 Nate Category 1 258 km
2010 Karl Category 2 284 km
2010 Richard Category 1 293 km
2007 Dean Category 2 234 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 240 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 19 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (135 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 135 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in
March 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 6.0 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 12.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 12.4 in
September 80°F (26°C) 16.5 in Wettest
October 78°F (25°C) 14.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 8.3 in
December 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in

Estrella de Belén has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 103.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.5") and March the driest (3.4").

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Museums in Estrella de Belén

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo del Sitio Palenque
Museo IK

Farmers Markets in Estrella de Belén

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadito

Airports Near Estrella de Belén

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balancan AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
El Freno AirfieldSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Los Bravos De Bonfil AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Laguna Blanca, S.A. de C.V. AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique AirportSmall Airport
Xiquipilli 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 Estrella de Belén

What is the population of Estrella de Belén?

Estrella de Belén has a population of 1,151 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,497.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Estrella de Belén?

Estrella de Belén has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.5 inches.

How is the job market in Estrella de Belén?

The job market in Estrella de Belén is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 37 business establishments in the area.

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