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Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Nuevo Francisco León is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,420. Elevation: 522 ft (159 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,420 Population 0/sq mi density
522 ft Elevation 159 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
100.6 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,420
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain100.6 in/yr
Sunny Days169/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Population1,420
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Coordinates17.0303°, -91.3222°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation100.6 inches (2,554 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nuevo Francisco León

Nuevo Francisco León is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,420. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet (159 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 100.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 45 business establishments.

Income: Nuevo Francisco León vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)45

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nuevo Francisco León 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 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 100.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days169 days/yr

Geography

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area5,900.5 sq mi (15,282.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates17.0303°N, 91.3222°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 100.6"
165% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 17.24"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

70 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 M5.8 142 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 118 km
Feb 23, 2010 16 km NE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.3 126 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 59 km
Mar 20, 2010 13 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M5.2 123 km
May 31, 2008 4 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.8 107 km
Jul 14, 2019 10 km SE of San Luis Ixcán, Guatemala M4.8 149 km
Jul 23, 2023 13 km SSE of Maravilla Tenejapa, Mexico M4.7 111 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 32 km
Jun 12, 2007 8 km NNW of Nentón, Guatemala M4.6 139 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 27 km
Jul 18, 2021 6 km SSW of Barillas, Guatemala M4.6 142 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 94 km
Jan 24, 1997 11 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M4.6 125 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 124 km
Mar 2, 2011 10 km SW of Santo Domingo de las Palmas, Mexico M4.5 108 km
Apr 1, 2015 9 km NE of San Mateo Ixtatán, Guatemala M4.5 128 km
Mar 29, 2021 12 km WSW of Nuevo San Juan Chamula, Mexico M4.5 107 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 38 km
May 13, 2005 20 km N of Flor de Cacao, Mexico M4.4 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lisa (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 294 km
2016 Earl Category 1 261 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 290 km
2010 Richard Category 1 229 km
2007 Dean Category 3 256 km
2001 Iris Category 3 294 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 2.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 2.7 in
May 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 14.7 in
July 80°F (26°C) 13.4 in
August 80°F (27°C) 14.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 17.2 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 12.6 in
November 75°F (24°C) 6.8 in
December 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in

Nuevo Francisco León has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 100.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (17.2") and March the driest (2.5").

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Radio Stations near Nuevo Francisco León

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

Airports Near Nuevo Francisco León

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Naranjo AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique AirportSmall 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 Nuevo Francisco León

What is the population of Nuevo Francisco León?

Nuevo Francisco León has a population of 1,420 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 Nuevo Francisco León?

Nuevo Francisco León 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 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.6 inches.

How is the job market in Nuevo Francisco León?

The job market in Nuevo Francisco León is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 45 business establishments in the area.

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