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Fracción Galeras, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Fracción Galeras is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 534. Elevation: 2,031 ft (619 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 534 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,031 ft (619 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0538°, -92.2305° |
| 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 Fracción Galeras
Fracción Galeras is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 534. The city sits at an elevation of 2,031 feet (619 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: Fracción Galeras vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 17 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Fracción Galeras
Fracción Galeras 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 | 2,031 ft (619 m) |
| Area | 307.8 sq mi (797.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0538°N, 92.2305°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 | — | 116 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 124 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 89 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 16 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 80 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 82 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 158 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 159 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 13.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 19.5 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 15.4 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 18.7 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 22.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 15.1 in | |
| November | 74°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 1.4 in |
Fracción Galeras has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 63°F in January to 77°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 120.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (22.3") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Fracción Galeras
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 Fracción Galeras
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Soconusco | ||||
| Casa de Cultura |
Libraries in Fracción Galeras
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fracción Galeras
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cacahoatán | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| San Juan |
Breweries in Fracción Galeras
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capricornio | ||||
| Capricornio | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula |
Stadiums & Teams in Fracción Galeras
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fracción Galeras
25 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 |
| Champerico Airport | — | 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 Fracción Galeras
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE | ||
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL COLONIA EL VERGEL |
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What is the population of Fracción Galeras?
Fracción Galeras has a population of 534 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 307.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fracción Galeras?
Fracción Galeras 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 Fracción Galeras?
The job market in Fracción Galeras 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.