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Nueva Providencia, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Nueva Providencia is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 729. Elevation: 774 ft (236 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

729 Population 0/sq mi density
774 ft Elevation 236 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
85.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population729
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain85.0 in/yr
Sunny Days188/yr
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Population729
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Coordinates16.3786°, -91.3633°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation85.0 inches (2,160 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nueva Providencia

Nueva Providencia is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 729. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet (236 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 23 business establishments.

Income: Nueva Providencia vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)23

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nueva Providencia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 188 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.5°F
40% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days188 days/yr

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area5,900.5 sq mi (15,282.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates16.3786°N, 91.3633°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.0"
124% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.88"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

240 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 6, 2025.

Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 122 km
Mar 17, 2005 10 km NE of San Bartolo, Guatemala M6.1 137 km
Oct 17, 2000 4 km ENE of Nuevo Amatenango, Mexico M5.8 122 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 47 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 118 km
Jun 26, 2012 8 km N of Tectitán, Guatemala M5.4 133 km
Feb 23, 2010 16 km NE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.3 55 km
Jun 6, 2006 8 km ESE of Cuilco, Guatemala M5.3 122 km
Mar 20, 2010 13 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M5.2 51 km
Jun 16, 2014 6 km SSW of Cuilco, Guatemala M5.2 132 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 15 km
Jun 25, 2001 7 km ESE of Chicamán, Guatemala M5.2 136 km
Jun 14, 2009 6 km S of San Cristóbal Verapaz, Guatemala M5.1 143 km
Jan 22, 2009 2 km N of Ixchiguán, Guatemala M5.1 146 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 106 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 117 km
May 25, 2008 7 km NW of Concepción Tutuapa, Guatemala M5.0 134 km
May 6, 2023 11 km WSW of Nueva América, Mexico M5.0 124 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km SSW of Nueva América, Mexico M4.9 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Earl (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Earl Category 1 286 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 272 km
2010 Richard Category 1 257 km
2001 Iris Category 3 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (160 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tacana Stratovolcano 4,064 m (13,333 ft) 1986 160 km
Almolonga Stratovolcano 3,173 m (10,410 ft) 1818 177 km
Santa Maria Stratovolcano 3,745 m (12,287 ft) 2020 181 km
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 75°F (24°C) 1.7 in
April 78°F (26°C) 2.1 in
May 80°F (27°C) 5.5 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 13.9 in
July 77°F (25°C) 11.7 in
August 78°F (25°C) 12.3 in
September 77°F (25°C) 14.9 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 10.8 in
November 74°F (23°C) 4.9 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.0 in

Nueva Providencia has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 71°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 85.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.9") and February the driest (1.6").

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Airports Near Nueva Providencia

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barillas upperSmall Airport
Comitan AirportSmall Airport
Cuarto Pueblo AirportSmall Airport
Flore del Norte AirportSmall Airport
Ixquisis AirportSmall Airport
Los Angeles AirstripSmall Airport
Miguel Aleman AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Generación Maya AirportSmall Airport
Playa Grande AirportPKJSmall Airport
Rancho PalSmall Airport
San Antonio Copalar AirportCJTSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno CandelariaSmall Airport
San Pedro Cotija AirportSmall Airport
XalbalSmall 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 Providencia

What is the population of Nueva Providencia?

Nueva Providencia has a population of 729 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,900.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nueva Providencia?

Nueva Providencia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.0 inches.

How is the job market in Nueva Providencia?

The job market in Nueva Providencia is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.

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