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Rayón, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Rayón is a small city in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 5,895. Elevation: 4,413 ft (1,345 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).

5,895 Population 214/sq mi density
4,413 ft Elevation 1,345 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 20°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Rayón

Rayón

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

People

Population5,895
Density214/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days348/yr
Elevation4,413 ft (1,345 m)
Population5,895
Population Density214 / sq mi
Elevation4,413 ft (1,345 m)
Coordinates17.2011°, -93.0108°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature67°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (785 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rayón

Rayón is a small city in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 5,895. The city sits at an elevation of 4,413 feet (1,345 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 189 business establishments.

Income: Rayón vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)189

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Rayón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 348 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,413 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days348 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,413 ft (1,345 m)
Area27.6 sq mi (71.5 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates17.2011°N, 93.0108°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.56"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

492 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 9, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 63 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 148 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 141 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 141 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 73 km
Aug 9, 2023 7 km NNE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.8 140 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 89 km
Aug 5, 2015 11 km ENE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.7 137 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 116 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 143 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 111 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 109 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 105 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 107 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 123 km
Feb 8, 2002 7 km N of Dolores Jaltenango, Mexico M5.4 140 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 143 km
Aug 28, 2001 11 km E of Arriaga, Mexico M5.3 137 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 94 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 123 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 1 146 km
2011 Nate Category 1 288 km
2010 Karl Category 3 269 km
2007 Dean Category 1 291 km
2005 Stan Category 1 246 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 40 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (29 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 29 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
March 67°F (20°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 10.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 9.3 in
August 70°F (21°C) 10.6 in
September 70°F (21°C) 12.6 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 9.5 in
November 65°F (19°C) 5.5 in
December 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in

Rayón has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 63°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 78.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.6") and March the driest (2.2").

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Radio Stations near Rayón

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 100.1 (Tuxtla) - 100.1 FM - XHUD-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 100.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
RADIO ZOQUE 105.9 (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 105.9 fm, américa MP3
Radio Zoque 105.9 FM MP3
UNICACH Radio MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.5 (Tuxtla) - 98.5 FM - XHCQ-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHiapas 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 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
LOS40 Tuxtla - 96.1 FM - XHTGZ-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
La Poderosa (Tuxtla) - 91.1 FM - XHIO-FM - Grupo As Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 91.1 fm, américa MP3

Airports Near Rayón

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTGZMedium Airport
Terán Air BaseMedium Airport
Acuagranjas AirportSmall Airport
Campo David AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia National AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Concordia AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Giralda AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho Joali AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
Valle Bonito AirportSmall 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 Rayón

What is the population of Rayón?

Rayón has a population of 5,895 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 214 people per square mile, spread across 27.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rayón?

Rayón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.

How is the job market in Rayón?

The job market in Rayón is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 189 business establishments in the area.

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