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Ponciano Arriaga, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Ponciano Arriaga is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 795. Elevation: 2,871 ft (875 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 795 |
| Population Density | 42 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,871 ft (875 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.4883°, -92.6258° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.2 inches (1,758 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ponciano Arriaga
Ponciano Arriaga is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 795. The city sits at an elevation of 2,871 feet (875 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Ponciano Arriaga vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 25 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Ponciano Arriaga
Ponciano Arriaga 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 | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,871 ft (875 m) |
| Area | 18.8 sq mi (48.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.4883°N, 92.6258°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 | 65 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (116 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 116 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 8.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 0.5 in |
Ponciano Arriaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 64°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.3") and February the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Ponciano Arriaga
29 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XHEXA "Exa FM" 104.9 FM Mexico City, DF | electronica, latin pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO ZOQUE 105.9 (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 105.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| LA KEBUENA 100.1 (Tuxtla) - 100.1 FM - XHUD-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 100.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XHSH-FM "Amor 95.3" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, mexico city | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Roca Fm Clasicos Mexico | 60s, 70s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| XERED "Radio RED" 1110 AM Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, news | AAC+ 32 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 | |
| UNICACH Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Zoque 105.9 FM | — | MP3 | |
| 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 | |
| EXA FM 98.5 (Tuxtla) - 98.5 FM - XHCQ-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHiapas | 98.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BOOM FM 101.5 (Comitán) - 101.5 FM - XHPCOM-FM - Boom FM - Comitán, Chiapas | 101.5 fm, américa | MP3 96 kbps | |
| XEL-AM 1260 "La Comadre" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, grupera | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| XEX 730 "W Deportes" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, mexico city | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| XEQR "Radio Centro" 1030 AM Mexico City, DF | mexico city, talk | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| La Ke Buena Comitán - 92.5 FM - XHFRT-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, Chiapas | 92.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XHPOP-FM 99.3 "Radio Disney" Mexico City, DF | ciudad mexico, dance | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Radio Zoque (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo As Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 105.9 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| JOYA 101.7 (Tuxtla) - 101.7 FM - XHVV-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 101.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Radio IMER (Comitán) - 107.9 FM / 540 AM - XHEMIT-FM / XEMIT-AM - IMER - Comitán, CS | 107.9, 107.9 fm | MP3 64 kbps | |
| LOS40 Comitán - 95.7 FM - XHCTS-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, Chiapas | 95.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tuxtla - 96.1 FM - XHTGZ-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Nueva (Comitán) - 92.5 FM - XHFRT-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, CS | 92.5, 92.5 fm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cañón (Comitán) - 92.5 FM - XHFRT-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, Chiapas | 92.5 fm, abc radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Poderosa (Tuxtla) - 91.1 FM - XHIO-FM - Grupo As Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas | 91.1 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Exa FM Comitán - 95.7 FM - XHCTS-FM - Radio Cañón / NTR Medios de Comunicación - Comitán, CS | 95.7, 95.7 fm | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ponciano Arriaga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafemuseo cafe | ||||
| Museo de Culturas Populares | ||||
| Museo Sergio Castro | ||||
| Museum of Amber |
Libraries in Ponciano Arriaga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Ejidal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Cafe y librería de oscasion | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ponciano Arriaga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Mercaltos |
Stadiums & Teams in Ponciano Arriaga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ponciano Arriaga
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | Medium Airport |
| Terán Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Comitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francisco Sarabia National Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Copalar Airport | CJT | Small Airport |
| San Luis de Ocosingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ponciano Arriaga?
Ponciano Arriaga has a population of 795 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 18.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ponciano Arriaga?
Ponciano Arriaga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.2 inches.
How is the job market in Ponciano Arriaga?
The job market in Ponciano Arriaga is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.