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Ostuacán, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Ostuacán is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 2,979. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,979 Population 54/sq mi density
433 ft Elevation 132 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
137.0 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Ostuacán

Ostuacán

Ostuacán is a town and municipality in the southern Mexican state of Chiapas.

People

Population2,979
Density54/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain137.0 in/yr
Sunny Days121/yr
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Population2,979
Population Density54 / sq mi
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates17.4069°, -93.3363°
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 Ostuacán

Ostuacán is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 2,979. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet (132 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 95 business establishments.

Income: Ostuacán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)95

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ostuacán 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 433 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

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Area55.5 sq mi (143.8 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates17.4069°N, 93.3363°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

734 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 8, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 65 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 109 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 137 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 106 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 128 km
Aug 9, 2023 7 km NNE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.8 146 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 89 km
Aug 5, 2015 11 km ENE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.7 145 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 124 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 144 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 98 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 67 km
Apr 20, 2004 8 km S of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.4 147 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 142 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 91 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 97 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 128 km
Aug 28, 2001 11 km E of Arriaga, Mexico M5.3 141 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 58 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 95 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 1 147 km
2011 Nate Category 1 277 km
2010 Karl Category 3 244 km
2007 Dean Category 1 278 km
2005 Stan Category 1 207 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 67 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (13 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 13 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

Ostuacán 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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Farmers Markets in Ostuacán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado publico

Restaurants in Ostuacán

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restaurant Victoria

Airports Near Ostuacán

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Terán Air Base-Medium Airport
Acuagranjas Airport-Small Airport
Campo David Airport-Small Airport
Cucuyulapa Airport-Small Airport
El Blanquillo Airport-Small Airport
Francisco Sarabia National Airport-Small Airport
Jorge Efrain Airport-Small Airport
La Concordia Airport-Small Airport
La Florida Airport-Small Airport
La Giralda Airport-Small Airport
La Pista Airport-Small Airport
Monterrey Airport-Small Airport
Nicolas Bravo Airport-Small Airport
Pista Leo-Small Airport
Rancho Joali Airport-Small Airport
Rancho San Jose Airport-Small Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero Airport-Small Airport
San António Airport-Small Airport
San Carlos Airport-Small Airport
San Fernando Airstrip-Small Airport
San Jose Produce Airport-Small Airport
Santa Rosalia Airstrip-Small Airport
Valle Bonito Airport-Small 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 Ostuacán

What is the population of Ostuacán?

Ostuacán has a population of 2,979 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 55.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ostuacán?

Ostuacán 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 Ostuacán?

The job market in Ostuacán is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 95 business establishments in the area.

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