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La Unión, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
La Unión is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 921. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 921 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0553°, -92.5108° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.6 inches (2,124 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Unión
La Unión is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 921. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: La Unión vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 29 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in La Unión
La Unión 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 | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 325.6 sq mi (843.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0553°N, 92.5108°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | — | 144 km |
| 2017 | S. MEXICO | Earthquake | 2.7 m | 98 | 149 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 136 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (44 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 44 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 108 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 110 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 186 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 187 km |
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 | 82°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 12.6 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 10.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 11.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 15.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in |
La Unión has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 72.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.9") and January the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near La Unión
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 |
Museums in La Unión
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Soconusco |
Farmers Markets in La Unión
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Miguel Hidalgo | |||||
| mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| San Juan |
Stadiums & Teams in La Unión
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Unión
22 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in La Unión
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE | ||
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL COLONIA EL VERGEL |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Unión
What is the population of La Unión?
La Unión has a population of 921 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 325.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Unión?
La Unión has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches.
How is the job market in La Unión?
The job market in La Unión is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 29 business establishments in the area.