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Octavio Paz, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Octavio Paz is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,124. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,124 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 341 ft (104 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8578°, -92.2639° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.6 inches (2,124 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Octavio Paz
Octavio Paz is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,124. The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet (104 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.6 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Octavio Paz vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 36 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Octavio Paz
Octavio Paz has an average annual temperature of 29°C (84°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (28.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2087 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 341 ft (104 m) |
| Area | 307.8 sq mi (797.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8578°N, 92.2639°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2005 | LAGO DE ATITLAN | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 113 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 105 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 71 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 35 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 77 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 80 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 155 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 155 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 13.0 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 18.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 15.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 17.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 22.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 16.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in |
Octavio Paz has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 116.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (22.1") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Octavio Paz
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Constancia y Trabajo | — | — | — | — |
| Belizario Dominguez Palencia | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Octavio Paz
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA (GT) | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM (GT) | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Octavio Paz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Soconusco | ||||
| Casa de Cultura |
Libraries in Octavio Paz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Liberira La Excelencia | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria El Maestro | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Octavio Paz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cacahoatán | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Pajapita | |||||
| Mercado Publico | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| San Juan |
Restaurants in Octavio Paz
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Octavio Paz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capricornio | ||||
| Capricornio | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula |
Stadiums & Teams in Octavio Paz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Octavio Paz
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Providencia de Acapetahua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Octavio Paz
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE | ||
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL COLONIA EL VERGEL |
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What is the population of Octavio Paz?
Octavio Paz has a population of 1,124 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 307.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Octavio Paz?
Octavio Paz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches.
How is the job market in Octavio Paz?
The job market in Octavio Paz is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 36 business establishments in the area.