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Pajaltón, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Pajaltón is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 715. Elevation: 7,549 ft (2,301 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 715 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,549 ft (2,301 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8346°, -92.5310° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.1 inches (1,705 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pajaltón
Pajaltón is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 715. The city sits at an elevation of 7,549 feet (2,301 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Pajaltón vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 23 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Pajaltón
Pajaltón has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1153 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,549 ft (2,301 m) |
| Area | 92.4 sq mi (239.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8346°N, 92.5310°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 61 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 94 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 10.1 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
Pajaltón has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 60°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.5") and February the driest (1.0").
Radio Stations near Pajaltón
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XHEXA "Exa FM" 104.9 FM Mexico City, DF | electronica, latin pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Free FM 80´s Mexico | #80s, 1980s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XHSON "Beat" 100.9 FM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, lounge | MP3 48 kbps | |
| XERC-FM 97.7 "Radio Centro" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, contemporary hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| XEJP-FM "Joya 93.7" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, contemporary music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| XHFO "Radio RED" 92.1 FM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, grc | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Pajaltón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafemuseo cafe | ||||
| Ex Convento de Santo Domingo | ||||
| Museo de Culturas Populares | ||||
| Museo de la Medicina Maya | ||||
| Museo Manuel K'ulub | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Sergio Castro | ||||
| Museo textiles de mundo maya | ||||
| Museum of Amber | ||||
| Na Bolom | ||||
| Na Bolom |
Libraries in Pajaltón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Cafe y librería de oscasion | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pajaltón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito 2 | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Jose Castillo Tielemans | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Pajaltón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pajaltón
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | Medium Airport |
| Terán Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Comitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Blanquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lomas Tristes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palenque International Airport | PQM | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Copalar Airport | CJT | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis de Ocosingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Pajaltón
What is the population of Pajaltón?
Pajaltón has a population of 715 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 92.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pajaltón?
Pajaltón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.1 inches.
How is the job market in Pajaltón?
The job market in Pajaltón is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 23 business establishments in the area.