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Nuevo Juan del Grijalva, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Nuevo Juan del Grijalva is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,598. Elevation: 938 ft (286 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,598 Population 5/sq mi density
938 ft Elevation 286 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
137.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,598
Density5/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain137.0 in/yr
Sunny Days121/yr
Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Population1,598
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Coordinates17.4272°, -93.3722°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation137.0 inches (3,479 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nuevo Juan del Grijalva

Nuevo Juan del Grijalva is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,598. The city sits at an elevation of 938 feet (286 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.0 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 51 business establishments.

Income: Nuevo Juan del Grijalva vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nuevo Juan del Grijalva has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 121 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 137.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 938 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days121 days/yr

Geography

Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Area325.6 sq mi (843.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates17.4272°N, 93.3722°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 137.0"
260% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 19.92"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

772 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 20, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 66 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 105 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 137 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 133 km
Aug 9, 2023 7 km NNE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.8 147 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 110 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 87 km
Aug 5, 2015 11 km ENE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.7 146 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 122 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 148 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 143 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 90 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 144 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 63 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 98 km
Aug 28, 2001 11 km E of Arriaga, Mexico M5.3 142 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 123 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 54 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 95 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 148 km
2011 Nate Category 1 277 km
2010 Karl Category 3 242 km
2007 Dean Category 1 277 km
2005 Stan Category 1 203 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 70 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (17 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 17 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 9.7 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 7.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in
April 81°F (27°C) 4.1 in Driest
May 83°F (29°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 13.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 13.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 15.8 in
September 80°F (27°C) 19.8 in
October 78°F (25°C) 19.9 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 13.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 10.7 in

Nuevo Juan del Grijalva has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 137.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (19.9") and April the driest (4.1").

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Airports Near Nuevo Juan del Grijalva

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Terán Air BaseMedium Airport
Acuagranjas AirportSmall Airport
Campo David AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyulapa AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia National AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Concordia AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Giralda AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho Joali AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San António AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Jose Produce AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosalia AirstripSmall Airport
Valle Bonito 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 Juan del Grijalva

What is the population of Nuevo Juan del Grijalva?

Nuevo Juan del Grijalva has a population of 1,598 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 325.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nuevo Juan del Grijalva?

Nuevo Juan del Grijalva has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 121 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.0 inches.

How is the job market in Nuevo Juan del Grijalva?

The job market in Nuevo Juan del Grijalva is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 51 business establishments in the area.

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