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Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil), Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil) is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,177. Elevation: 7,539 ft (2,298 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,177 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,539 ft (2,298 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.6761°, -92.4892° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.2 inches (1,758 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)
Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil) is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,177. The city sits at an elevation of 7,539 feet (2,298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil) vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 38 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)
Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil) has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1153 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,539 ft (2,298 m) |
| Area | 142.6 sq mi (369.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.6761°N, 92.4892°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 68 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (109 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 109 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil) has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 57°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.2") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOOM FM 101.5 (Comitán) - 101.5 FM - XHPCOM-FM - Boom FM - Comitán, Chiapas | 101.5 fm, américa | MP3 96 kbps | |
| La Ke Buena Comitán - 92.5 FM - XHFRT-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, Chiapas | 92.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Lupe Guadalajara 99.9 FM | 80s en español, baladas en español | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Radiorama 1340 Frecuencia Deportiva (Guadalajara) - 1340 AM - XEDKT-AM - Radiorama de Occidente - Guadalajara, Jalisco | 1340 am, am | MP3 | |
| Radio IMER (Comitán) - 107.9 FM / 540 AM - XHEMIT-FM / XEMIT-AM - IMER - Comitán, CS | 107.9, 107.9 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| XEAB - Canal 58 | exitos, oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XEBA "Ke Buena" 97.1 FM Guadalajara, JA | grupera, guadalajara | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Exa FM Comitán - 95.7 FM - XHCTS-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, CS | 95.7, 95.7 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cañón (Comitán) - 92.5 FM - XHFRT-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, Chiapas | 92.5 fm, abc radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Nueva (Comitán) - 92.5 FM - XHFRT-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, CS | 92.5, 92.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Comitán - 95.7 FM - XHCTS-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, Chiapas | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lokura FM Rock Puerto Vallarta 105.9 FM | adult alternative, alternative / indie | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Mix 92.7 Vallarta | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Exa FM Guadalajara - 101.1 FM - XHMA-FM - MVS Radio - Guadalajara, JC | 101.1, 101.1 fm | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| LOS40 Guadalajara - 102.7 FM - XEHL-FM - Radiópolis - Guadalajara, JC | 102.7, 102.7 fm | AAC+ 56 kbps |
Museums in Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafemuseo cafe | ||||
| Ex Convento de Santo Domingo | ||||
| Museo de Culturas Populares | ||||
| Museo de la Medicina Maya | ||||
| Museo Manuel K'ulub | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Sergio Castro | ||||
| Museo textiles de mundo maya | ||||
| Museum of Amber | ||||
| Na Bolom | ||||
| Na Bolom |
Libraries in Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Cafe y librería de oscasion | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito 2 | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Jose Castillo Tielemans | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | Medium Airport |
| Terán Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Comitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Copalar Airport | CJT | Small Airport |
| San Luis de Ocosingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)?
Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil) has a population of 1,177 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 142.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)?
Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil) enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.2 inches.
How is the job market in Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil)?
The job market in Lázaro Cárdenas (Chilil) is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.