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Jiquilpan, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Jiquilpan is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 541. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

541 Population 2/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
77.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population541
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain77.1 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population541
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates15.3237°, -92.8049°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation77.1 inches (1,957 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jiquilpan

Jiquilpan is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 541. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Jiquilpan vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Jiquilpan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 77.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.8°F
51% above Mexico avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area364.4 sq mi (943.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates15.3237°N, 92.8049°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 77.1"
103% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 16.89"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,402 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 27, 2025.

Sep 8, 2017 2017 Tehuantepec, Mexico Earthquake M8.2 122 km
Sep 10, 1993 24 km W of Puerto Madero, Mexico M7.2 70 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 85 km
Jul 7, 2014 4 km W of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.9 76 km
Jun 14, 2017 2 km SSW of San Pablo, Guatemala M6.9 97 km
Sep 3, 1993 38 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.8 90 km
Feb 1, 2019 5 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.7 81 km
Nov 11, 2012 32 km SW of Champerico, Guatemala M6.5 150 km
May 12, 2024 28 km WSW of Brisas Barra de Suchiate, Mexico M6.4 106 km
Sep 19, 1993 105 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.4 121 km
Jan 16, 2002 2 km SW of Las Brisas, Mexico M6.4 40 km
Nov 28, 2001 2 km ESE of El Carmen, Mexico M6.4 42 km
Dec 31, 1996 4 km SW of El Ramal (Porvenir), Mexico M6.4 59 km
Sep 7, 2013 7 km ESE of Ignacio López Rayón, Mexico M6.4 109 km
Jul 14, 2023 Offshore Chiapas, Mexico M6.3 127 km
May 30, 1992 62 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.3 99 km
Jun 7, 1998 2 km NNE of Cabeza de Toro, Mexico M6.3 126 km
Mar 12, 2000 3 km ESE of Plan de Ayala, Mexico M6.3 55 km
Jan 21, 2012 46 km SW of El Arenal, Mexico M6.2 55 km
Dec 4, 2000 104 km SW of El Palmarcito, Mexico M6.1 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 148 km
1998 Lester Category 2 212 km
1997 Pauline Category 4 295 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 234 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 98 122 km
1950 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.2 m 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (78 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tacana Stratovolcano 4,064 m (13,333 ft) 1986 78 km
Santa Maria Stratovolcano 3,745 m (12,287 ft) 2020 149 km
Almolonga Stratovolcano 3,173 m (10,410 ft) 1818 150 km
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
April 85°F (29°C) 1.5 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 7.1 in
June 82°F (28°C) 13.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 12.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 12.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 16.9 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 2.2 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in

Jiquilpan has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 77.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.9") and January the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Jiquilpan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W RADIO 107.9 (Querétaro) - 107.9 FM - XHQG-FM - Global Media - Querétaro, Querétaro 107.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Jiquilpan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
mercado municipal

Airports Near Jiquilpan

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tapachula International AirportTAPMedium Airport
Aeródromo ErendiraSmall Airport
Aeródromo La BaseSmall Airport
Algodonera de Tapachula AirportSmall Airport
Buenos Aires 2 AirstripSmall Airport
El Hato AirportSmall Airport
El Paraiso Villalobos AirportSmall Airport
El Paso del Aguila AirportSmall Airport
Finca El Alamo AirportSmall Airport
Ingenio de Huixtla AirportSmall Airport
La Providencia de Acapetahua AirportSmall Airport
La Valentina AirportSmall Airport
Los Torres AirportSmall Airport
Malacatán AirportSmall Airport
Marte R. Gomez AirportSmall Airport
Murallas AirportSmall Airport
Santa Teresa AirportSmall Airport
Santo Tomas AirportSmall Airport
Valle de Tapachula 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 Jiquilpan

What is the population of Jiquilpan?

Jiquilpan has a population of 541 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 364.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jiquilpan?

Jiquilpan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.1 inches.

How is the job market in Jiquilpan?

The job market in Jiquilpan is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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