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Río Chancalá, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Río Chancalá is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 2,156. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2,156 Population 430/sq mi density
394 ft Elevation 120 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
96.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population2,156
Density430/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain96.5 in/yr
Sunny Days167/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Population2,156
Population Density430 / sq mi
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Coordinates17.3345°, -91.6843°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation96.5 inches (2,451 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Río Chancalá

Río Chancalá is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 2,156. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet (120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 69 business establishments.

Income: Río Chancalá vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)69

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Río Chancalá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 96.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days167 days/yr

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates17.3345°N, 91.6843°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 96.5"
154% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.75"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M5.8 on May 5, 2025.

May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 129 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 100 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 59 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 29 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 72 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 108 km
Mar 29, 2021 12 km WSW of Nuevo San Juan Chamula, Mexico M4.5 139 km
Mar 2, 2011 10 km SW of Santo Domingo de las Palmas, Mexico M4.5 145 km
Mar 3, 2013 20 km SSE of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 92 km
Jan 19, 1999 2 km ESE of Raya Zaragoza, Mexico M4.4 104 km
May 29, 2007 8 km NE of Xicoténcatl, Mexico M4.4 105 km
Oct 19, 1996 3 km W of Yibeljoj, Mexico M4.4 100 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 83 km
Jan 18, 2014 5 km NNE of Netzahualcóyotl, Mexico M4.3 55 km
Jun 2, 2007 12 km ENE of Justo Sierra, Mexico M4.3 89 km
Mar 9, 2011 28 km S of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 62 km
Apr 25, 2008 9 km NNW of José Colomo, Mexico M4.3 116 km
Apr 1, 2005 2 km SE of Majomut, Mexico M4.3 116 km
Dec 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Benito González, Mexico M4.3 120 km
May 31, 2008 26 km NNE of Benemérito de las Américas, Mexico M4.3 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Earl Category 1 296 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 268 km
2011 Nate Category 1 267 km
2010 Richard Category 1 264 km
2007 Dean Category 2 233 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 242 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (164 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 164 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
March 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
May 84°F (29°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 12.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
August 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 15.8 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 13.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 7.7 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in

Río Chancalá has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 96.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.8") and March the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Río Chancalá

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
COBACH No 26
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Radio Stations near Río Chancalá

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOOM FM 91.5 (Cintalapa) - 91.5 FM - XHCCAG-FM - Cadena Boom FM - Cintalapa, Chiapas 91.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Río Chancalá

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de sitio de Pomona

Airports Near Río Chancalá

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balancan AirstripSmall Airport
El Freno AirfieldSmall Airport
Los Bravos De Bonfil AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique AirportSmall Airport
Xiquipilli 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 Río Chancalá

What is the population of Río Chancalá?

Río Chancalá has a population of 2,156 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 430 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Río Chancalá?

Río Chancalá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.5 inches.

How is the job market in Río Chancalá?

The job market in Río Chancalá is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 69 business establishments in the area.

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