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Mequeja, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Mequeja is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 913. Elevation: 3,589 ft (1,094 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 913 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,589 ft (1,094 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.9578°, -92.2358° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.2 inches (1,860 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mequeja
Mequeja is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 913. The city sits at an elevation of 3,589 feet (1,094 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Mequeja vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 29 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.4°F |
| 27% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,589 ft (1,094 m) |
| Area | 763.8 sq mi (1,978.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9578°N, 92.2358°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 | 93 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (115 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 11.3 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 9.0 in | |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 10.6 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in |
Mequeja has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 63°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 73.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.3") and February the driest (1.9").
Museums in Mequeja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Manuel K'ulub |
Airports Near Mequeja
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jorge Efrain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Florida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lomas Tristes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palenque International Airport | PQM | Small Airport |
| Pista Leo | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis de Ocosingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mequeja
What is the population of Mequeja?
Mequeja has a population of 913 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 763.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mequeja?
Mequeja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches.
How is the job market in Mequeja?
The job market in Mequeja is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 29 business establishments in the area.