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Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 837. Elevation: 1,096 ft (334 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

837 Population 2/sq mi density
1,096 ft Elevation 334 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
109.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population837
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain109.8 in/yr
Sunny Days148/yr
Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Population837
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Coordinates17.2683°, -93.4483°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation109.8 inches (2,789 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 837. The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet (334 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 109.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 148 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 109.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.3°F
41% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days148 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Area410.9 sq mi (1,064.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates17.2683°N, 93.4483°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 109.8"
189% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 16.38"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

956 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 48 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 95 km
Feb 12, 2008 9 km SSW of General Pascual Fentes, Mexico M6.5 136 km
Jun 7, 1998 2 km NNE of Cabeza de Toro, Mexico M6.3 150 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 117 km
Jan 5, 2020 3 km W of Reforma de Pineda, Mexico M5.9 147 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 99 km
Aug 9, 2023 7 km NNE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Aug 5, 2015 11 km ENE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.7 128 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 72 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 105 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 136 km
Aug 12, 2019 7 km NE of Cabeza de Toro, Mexico M5.5 147 km
Jun 28, 2015 11 km NE of La Blanca, Mexico M5.4 141 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 71 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 79 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 136 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 127 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 128 km
2011 Nate Category 1 296 km
2010 Karl Category 3 260 km
2007 Dean Category 1 295 km
2005 Stan Category 1 213 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (26 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 26 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 7.7 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 5.8 in
March 76°F (24°C) 3.6 in
April 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 11.3 in
July 79°F (26°C) 10.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 16.4 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 15.2 in
November 74°F (23°C) 10.2 in
December 71°F (22°C) 8.4 in

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 71°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 109.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.4") and April the driest (3.5").

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Radio Stations near Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
EXA FM 98.5 (Tuxtla) - 98.5 FM - XHCQ-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHiapas 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTGZMedium Airport
Terán Air BaseMedium Airport
Acuagranjas AirportSmall Airport
Campo David AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyulapa AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia National AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Concordia AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Giralda AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho Joali AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San António AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Jose Produce AirportSmall Airport
Valle Bonito 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 Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

What is the population of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla?

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla has a population of 837 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 410.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla?

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 148 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 109.8 inches.

How is the job market in Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla?

The job market in Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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