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Nuevo Chihuahua, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Nuevo Chihuahua is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 682. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

682 Population 1/sq mi density
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
128.8 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population682
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain128.8 in/yr
Sunny Days144/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Population682
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates16.2553°, -90.5039°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation128.8 inches (3,271 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nuevo Chihuahua

Nuevo Chihuahua is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 682. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 128.8 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: Nuevo Chihuahua vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nuevo Chihuahua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 144 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 128.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.8°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days144 days/yr

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area666.4 sq mi (1,725.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates16.2553°N, 90.5039°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 128.8"
239% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 19.33"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.27"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

99 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Oct 11, 2024.

May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 132 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 87 km
Dec 19, 1995 3 km WNW of Tucurú, Guatemala M5.4 113 km
Feb 23, 2010 16 km NE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.3 85 km
Jun 25, 2001 7 km ESE of Chicamán, Guatemala M5.2 108 km
Mar 20, 2010 13 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M5.2 92 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 149 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 91 km
Jun 14, 2009 6 km S of San Cristóbal Verapaz, Guatemala M5.1 102 km
May 31, 2008 4 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.8 17 km
Mar 28, 2006 7 km NNW of Chiantla, Guatemala M4.8 141 km
Jul 14, 2019 10 km SE of San Luis Ixcán, Guatemala M4.8 82 km
Sep 22, 1996 4 km ESE of Chinique, Guatemala M4.7 146 km
May 19, 2014 0 km NNW of Aguacatán, Guatemala M4.7 133 km
Jul 23, 2023 13 km SSE of Maravilla Tenejapa, Mexico M4.7 81 km
Dec 13, 2001 12 km NNE of Tucurú, Guatemala M4.7 106 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 130 km
Jul 18, 2021 6 km SSW of Barillas, Guatemala M4.6 105 km
Jan 4, 2018 11 km N of San Cristóbal Verapaz, Guatemala M4.6 84 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lisa (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 245 km
2020 Nana Category 1 243 km
2016 Earl Category 1 213 km
2010 Richard Category 2 188 km
2001 Iris Category 4 193 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (189 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 189 km
Almolonga Stratovolcano 3,173 m (10,410 ft) 1818 195 km
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 197 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 6.7 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.9 in
April 82°F (28°C) 3.3 in Driest
May 83°F (28°C) 7.6 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 16.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 17.3 in
August 81°F (27°C) 16.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 19.3 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 16.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 10.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 7.2 in

Nuevo Chihuahua has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 74°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 128.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (19.3") and April the driest (3.3").

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Airports Near Nuevo Chihuahua

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mundo Maya International AirportFRSMedium Airport
Rubelsanto AirportRUVMedium Airport
Chisec AirportSmall Airport
Cuarto Pueblo AirportSmall Airport
Flore del Norte AirportSmall Airport
Fray Bartolome AirportSmall Airport
Industria Chuquibul AirportSmall Airport
La Libertad AirportSmall Airport
Los Angeles AirstripSmall Airport
Nueva Generación Maya AirportSmall Airport
Playa Grande AirportPKJSmall Airport
Rancho PalSmall Airport
San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno CandelariaSmall Airport
San Pedro Cotija AirportSmall Airport
Sayaxché AirportSmall Airport
Tikindustrias AirportSmall Airport
XalbalSmall 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 Nuevo Chihuahua

What is the population of Nuevo Chihuahua?

Nuevo Chihuahua has a population of 682 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 666.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nuevo Chihuahua?

Nuevo Chihuahua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 144 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 128.8 inches.

How is the job market in Nuevo Chihuahua?

The job market in Nuevo Chihuahua is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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