Río Grande, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Río Grande is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 880. Elevation: 2,543 ft (775 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°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 | 880 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,543 ft (775 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.2644°, -92.4167° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.2 inches (2,444 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Río Grande
Río Grande is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 880. The city sits at an elevation of 2,543 feet (775 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,543 ft (775 m) |
| Area | 398.4 sq mi (1,031.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.2644°N, 92.4167°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 | 86 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (87 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 87 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 11.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 11.3 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 14.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 10.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 6.0 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
Río Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 65°F in December to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 87.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.6") and March the driest (2.7").
Airports Near Río Grande
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International Airport | VSA | Large Airport |
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | Medium Airport |
| Ciudad Pemex Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Blanquillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jorge Efrain Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Florida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Pista Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lomas Tristes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Bravos De Bonfil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nicolas Bravo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palenque International Airport | PQM | Small Airport |
| Pista Leo | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho San Jose Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho San Jose de Pedrero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Fernando Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis de Ocosingo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xiquipilli Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Río Grande?
Río Grande has a population of 880 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 398.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Río Grande?
Río Grande has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 96.2 inches.
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