Punta Arena, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Punta Arena is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,365. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,365 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.7460°, -92.0587° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.2 inches (2,342 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Punta Arena
Punta Arena is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,365. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1,103.1 sq mi (2,857.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.7460°N, 92.0587°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 | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 10.4 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 10.7 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 14.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 13.7 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 8.3 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 5.9 in |
Punta Arena has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 74°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.5") and April the driest (2.6").
Museums in Punta Arena
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo IK |
Farmers Markets in Punta Arena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito |
Airports Near Punta Arena
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Balancan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ciudad Pemex Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Freno Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lomas Tristes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Bravos De Bonfil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mata Larga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mayorga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nicolas Bravo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Laguna Blanca, S.A. de C.V. Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palenque International Airport | PQM | Small Airport |
| Palizada Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tenosique Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xiquipilli Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
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What is the population of Punta Arena?
Punta Arena has a population of 1,365 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,103.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Punta Arena?
Punta Arena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 92.2 inches.
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