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Nueva Colombia, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Nueva Colombia is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,568. Elevation: 4,429 ft (1,350 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,568 Population 5/sq mi density
4,429 ft Elevation 1,350 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
61.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,568
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain61.1 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation4,429 ft (1,350 m)
Population1,568
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation4,429 ft (1,350 m)
Coordinates15.6967°, -92.7211°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation61.1 inches (1,553 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nueva Colombia

Nueva Colombia is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,568. The city sits at an elevation of 4,429 feet (1,350 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 50 business establishments.

Income: Nueva Colombia vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above Mexico avg
Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nueva Colombia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,429 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,429 ft (1,350 m)
Area321.2 sq mi (831.8 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates15.6967°N, 92.7211°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.1"
61% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 17.95"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,455 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 27, 2025.

Sep 8, 2017 2017 Tehuantepec, Mexico Earthquake M8.2 147 km
Sep 10, 1993 24 km W of Puerto Madero, Mexico M7.2 109 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 46 km
Jun 14, 2017 2 km SSW of San Pablo, Guatemala M6.9 116 km
Jul 7, 2014 4 km W of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.9 112 km
Sep 3, 1993 38 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.8 131 km
Feb 1, 2019 5 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.7 117 km
Nov 28, 2001 2 km ESE of El Carmen, Mexico M6.4 44 km
May 12, 2024 28 km WSW of Brisas Barra de Suchiate, Mexico M6.4 144 km
Sep 7, 2013 7 km ESE of Ignacio López Rayón, Mexico M6.4 137 km
Jan 16, 2002 2 km SW of Las Brisas, Mexico M6.4 49 km
Dec 31, 1996 4 km SW of El Ramal (Porvenir), Mexico M6.4 31 km
May 30, 1992 62 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.3 141 km
Mar 12, 2000 3 km ESE of Plan de Ayala, Mexico M6.3 86 km
Jun 7, 1998 2 km NNE of Cabeza de Toro, Mexico M6.3 117 km
Jan 21, 2012 46 km SW of El Arenal, Mexico M6.2 97 km
Sep 10, 1993 50 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.0 143 km
Apr 25, 2016 83 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.0 143 km
Jan 19, 2001 6 km NNE of Hidalgo, Mexico M6.0 33 km
Apr 27, 2016 75 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.0 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 138 km
1998 Lester Category 2 245 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 276 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis 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 19 135 km
2017 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.7 m 98 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (91 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tacana Stratovolcano 4,064 m (13,333 ft) 1986 91 km
Almolonga Stratovolcano 3,173 m (10,410 ft) 1818 163 km
Santa Maria Stratovolcano 3,745 m (12,287 ft) 2020 163 km
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 6.4 in Warmest
June 73°F (23°C) 15.5 in
July 57°F (14°C) 15.4 in
August 72°F (22°C) 16.2 in
September 72°F (22°C) 18.0 in Wettest
October 71°F (22°C) 10.8 in
November 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in

Nueva Colombia has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 88.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (18.0") and January the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Nueva Colombia

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
STEREO CRISTAL 101.1 (Querétaro) - 101.1 FM - XHJHS-FM - Grupo Radar - Querétaro, Querétaro 101.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
W RADIO 107.9 (Querétaro) - 107.9 FM - XHQG-FM - Global Media - Querétaro, Querétaro 107.9 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
TOP MUSIC 91.7 (Querétaro) - 91.7 FM - XHKH-FM - Respuesta Radiofónica - Querétaro, Querétaro 91.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
W RADIO 1310 (Querétaro) - 1310 AM - XEQRMD-AM - GlobalMedia - Querétaro, Querétaro 1310 am, am MP3 128 kbps
Radio fórmula (Querétaro) - 88.7 FM [Querétaro, Querétaro] music, news AAC
91 DAT (Querétaro) - 90.9 FM - XHQRT-FM - Respuesta Radiofónica - Querétaro, Querétaro 91 dat, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
RADIO FÓRMULA 88.7 (Querétaro) - 88.7 FM - XHJX-FM - Grupo Fórmula - Querétaro, Querétaro 88.7 fm, américa AAC
RADIO UNIVERSIDAD 89.5 (Querétaro) - 89.5 FM - XHUAQ-FM - Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro - Querétaro, Querétaro 89.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
91 DAT 90.9 (Querétaro) - 90.9 FM - XHQRT-FM - Respuesta Radiofónica - Querétaro, Querétaro AAC+ 64 kbps

Airports Near Nueva Colombia

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comitan AirportSmall Airport
Ingenio de Huixtla AirportSmall Airport
La Providencia de Acapetahua AirportSmall Airport
Miguel Aleman AirportSmall Airport
San Antonio Copalar AirportCJTSmall Airport
Yalcok 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 Nueva Colombia

What is the population of Nueva Colombia?

Nueva Colombia has a population of 1,568 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 321.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nueva Colombia?

Nueva Colombia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches.

How is the job market in Nueva Colombia?

The unemployment rate in Nueva Colombia is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 50 business establishments in the area.

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