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La Arena, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

La Arena is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 761. Elevation: 1,280 ft (390 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

761 Population 152/sq mi density
1,280 ft Elevation 390 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
86.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population761
Density152/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain86.7 in/yr
Sunny Days182/yr
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Population761
Population Density152 / sq mi
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Coordinates17.1147°, -91.5222°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation86.7 inches (2,201 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Arena

La Arena is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 761. The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet (390 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.7 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 24 business establishments.

Income: La Arena vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

La Arena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 182 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days182 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates17.1147°N, 91.5222°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.7"
128% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

71 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 M5.8 128 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 131 km
Feb 23, 2010 16 km NE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.3 138 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 72 km
Mar 20, 2010 13 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M5.2 134 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 149 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 143 km
May 31, 2008 4 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.8 128 km
Jul 23, 2023 13 km SSE of Maravilla Tenejapa, Mexico M4.7 124 km
Jan 24, 1997 11 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M4.6 137 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 75 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 108 km
Jun 12, 2007 8 km NNW of Nentón, Guatemala M4.6 142 km
Apr 12, 2010 4 km SSE of Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico M4.6 147 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 44 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 19 km
Apr 1, 2015 9 km NE of San Mateo Ixtatán, Guatemala M4.5 137 km
Mar 29, 2021 12 km WSW of Nuevo San Juan Chamula, Mexico M4.5 114 km
Mar 2, 2011 10 km SW of Santo Domingo de las Palmas, Mexico M4.5 118 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Earl (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Earl Category 1 280 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 273 km
2011 Nate Category 1 294 km
2010 Richard Category 1 249 km
2007 Dean Category 3 255 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (183 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 2.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in Warmest
June 77°F (25°C) 12.7 in
July 76°F (24°C) 10.2 in
August 76°F (24°C) 11.9 in
September 76°F (24°C) 14.6 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 10.4 in
November 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in
December 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in

La Arena has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 68°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 86.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.6") and March the driest (2.4").

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Radio Stations near La Arena

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOOM FM 91.5 (Cintalapa) - 91.5 FM - XHCCAG-FM - Cadena Boom FM - Cintalapa, Chiapas 91.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Airports Near La Arena

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Naranjo AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique 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 La Arena

What is the population of La Arena?

La Arena has a population of 761 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 152 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Arena?

La Arena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 86.7 inches.

How is the job market in La Arena?

The job market in La Arena is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 24 business establishments in the area.

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