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Nuevo San Juan Chamula, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Nuevo San Juan Chamula is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,684. Elevation: 1,555 ft (474 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,684 Population 6/sq mi density
1,555 ft Elevation 474 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
107.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,684
Density6/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain107.1 in/yr
Sunny Days165/yr
Elevation1,555 ft (474 m)
Population1,684
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation1,555 ft (474 m)
Coordinates16.1443°, -91.4438°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation107.1 inches (2,721 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nuevo San Juan Chamula

Nuevo San Juan Chamula is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,684. The city sits at an elevation of 1,555 feet (474 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 54 business establishments.

Income: Nuevo San Juan Chamula vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Nuevo San Juan Chamula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 107.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,555 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days165 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,555 ft (474 m)
Area302.0 sq mi (782.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates16.1443°N, 91.4438°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 107.1"
182% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 16.77"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

328 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 24, 2025.

Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 107 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 134 km
Mar 17, 2005 10 km NE of San Bartolo, Guatemala M6.1 111 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Oct 17, 2000 4 km ENE of Nuevo Amatenango, Mexico M5.8 97 km
Jan 17, 2009 5 km NNW of Nueva Colombia, Mexico M5.8 146 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 28 km
Sep 11, 2001 2 km WNW of San Carlos Sija, Guatemala M5.6 129 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 142 km
Jan 20, 2015 4 km NNW of San Francisco El Alto, Guatemala M5.5 130 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 104 km
Jun 26, 2012 8 km N of Tectitán, Guatemala M5.4 107 km
Feb 8, 2002 7 km N of Dolores Jaltenango, Mexico M5.4 143 km
Jun 6, 2006 8 km ESE of Cuilco, Guatemala M5.3 95 km
Feb 23, 2010 16 km NE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.3 37 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 42 km
Jun 16, 2014 6 km SSW of Cuilco, Guatemala M5.2 105 km
Jun 25, 2001 7 km ESE of Chicamán, Guatemala M5.2 119 km
Mar 20, 2010 13 km N of Barillas, Guatemala M5.2 29 km
May 1, 1994 2 km NNW of Nahualá, Guatemala M5.2 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 262 km
2010 Richard Category 1 277 km
2001 Iris Category 3 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (133 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tacana Stratovolcano 4,064 m (13,333 ft) 1986 133 km
Almolonga Stratovolcano 3,173 m (10,410 ft) 1818 150 km
Santa Maria Stratovolcano 3,745 m (12,287 ft) 2020 155 km
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 173 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 193 km
Fuego Stratovolcano(es) 3,763 m (12,346 ft) 2020 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
March 73°F (23°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 2.9 in
May 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 16.7 in
July 75°F (24°C) 15.5 in
August 75°F (24°C) 14.5 in
September 75°F (24°C) 16.8 in Wettest
October 73°F (23°C) 12.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 6.9 in
December 69°F (21°C) 5.2 in

Nuevo San Juan Chamula has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 69°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 107.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.8") and March the driest (2.4").

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Museums in Nuevo San Juan Chamula

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Cultural Tziscao

Airports Near Nuevo San Juan Chamula

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barillas upperSmall Airport
Chajul AirportSmall Airport
Comitan AirportSmall Airport
Cuarto Pueblo AirportSmall Airport
Flore del Norte AirportSmall Airport
Ixquisis AirportSmall Airport
Los Angeles AirstripSmall Airport
Miguel Aleman AirportSmall Airport
NebajSmall 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 Nuevo San Juan Chamula

What is the population of Nuevo San Juan Chamula?

Nuevo San Juan Chamula has a population of 1,684 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 302.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nuevo San Juan Chamula?

Nuevo San Juan Chamula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 107.1 inches.

How is the job market in Nuevo San Juan Chamula?

The job market in Nuevo San Juan Chamula is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

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