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Nueva Samaria, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Nueva Samaria is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 707. Elevation: 1,040 ft (317 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

707 Population 141/sq mi density
1,040 ft Elevation 317 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
92.7 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population707
Density141/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain92.7 in/yr
Sunny Days173/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Population707
Population Density141 / sq mi
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Coordinates17.1964°, -91.6119°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation92.7 inches (2,355 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nueva Samaria

Nueva Samaria is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 707. The city sits at an elevation of 1,040 feet (317 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.7 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 Samaria 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 Samaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 173 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 92.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,040 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days173 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates17.1964°N, 91.6119°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.7"
144% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.59"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M5.8 on May 5, 2025.

May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 125 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 142 km
Feb 23, 2010 16 km NE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.3 150 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 83 km
Mar 20, 2010 13 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M5.2 145 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 144 km
May 31, 2008 4 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.8 141 km
Jul 23, 2023 13 km SSE of Maravilla Tenejapa, Mexico M4.7 135 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 51 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 70 km
Jan 24, 1997 11 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M4.6 148 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 104 km
Jun 12, 2007 8 km NNW of Nentón, Guatemala M4.6 149 km
Apr 12, 2010 4 km SSE of Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico M4.6 145 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 21 km
Apr 1, 2015 9 km NE of San Mateo Ixtatán, Guatemala M4.5 148 km
Mar 29, 2021 12 km WSW of Nuevo San Juan Chamula, Mexico M4.5 123 km
Mar 2, 2011 10 km SW of Santo Domingo de las Palmas, Mexico M4.5 129 km
Mar 3, 2013 20 km SSE of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 75 km
May 29, 2007 8 km NE of Xicoténcatl, Mexico M4.4 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Earl Category 1 289 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 268 km
2011 Nate Category 1 283 km
2010 Richard Category 1 257 km
2007 Dean Category 2 247 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 256 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (173 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 173 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 3.1 in
March 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 3.0 in
May 83°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 12.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 10.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 11.9 in
September 80°F (26°C) 15.6 in Wettest
October 78°F (25°C) 12.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in

Nueva Samaria has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.6") and March the driest (2.6").

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Radio Stations near Nueva Samaria

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOOM FM 91.5 (Cintalapa) - 91.5 FM - XHCCAG-FM - Cadena Boom FM - Cintalapa, Chiapas 91.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Hotels in Nueva Samaria

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Camino Verde

Airports Near Nueva Samaria

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balancan AirstripSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique AirportSmall Airport
Xiquipilli 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 Samaria

What is the population of Nueva Samaria?

Nueva Samaria has a population of 707 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 141 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nueva Samaria?

Nueva Samaria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.7 inches.

How is the job market in Nueva Samaria?

The job market in Nueva Samaria 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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