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Río Jordán, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Río Jordán is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,197. Elevation: 456 ft (139 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

1,197 Population 1/sq mi density
456 ft Elevation 139 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
97.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,197
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain97.9 in/yr
Sunny Days165/yr
Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Population1,197
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Coordinates17.2461°, -91.9331°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation97.9 inches (2,487 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Río Jordán

Río Jordán is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,197. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet (139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 38 business establishments.

Income: Río Jordán vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)38

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Río Jordán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 97.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.2°F
39% above Mexico avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days165 days/yr

Geography

Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Area2,497.6 sq mi (6,468.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.2461°N, 91.9331°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 97.9"
158% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.98"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.07"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

80 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M5.8 on May 5, 2025.

Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 149 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 104 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 127 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 144 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 143 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 106 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 131 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 145 km
Feb 9, 2010 10 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M4.9 145 km
Mar 31, 1997 2 km NE of La Concordia, Mexico M4.8 147 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 83 km
Apr 12, 2010 4 km SSE of Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico M4.6 127 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 85 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 46 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 54 km
Jun 1, 1997 2 km NE of Julián Grajales, Mexico M4.5 136 km
Mar 29, 2021 12 km WSW of Nuevo San Juan Chamula, Mexico M4.5 135 km
Mar 2, 2011 10 km SW of Santo Domingo de las Palmas, Mexico M4.5 145 km
Jul 18, 1993 0 km ESE of Pablo L. Sidar, Mexico M4.5 136 km
Oct 19, 1996 3 km W of Yibeljoj, Mexico M4.4 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Barbara (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 240 km
2011 Nate Category 1 273 km
2010 Karl Category 2 299 km
2010 Richard Category 1 291 km
2007 Dean Category 2 249 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 255 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 19 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (138 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 138 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in
March 75°F (24°C) 3.1 in Driest
April 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 6.0 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 12.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 10.2 in
August 78°F (25°C) 12.2 in
September 77°F (25°C) 16.0 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 12.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 7.4 in
December 71°F (22°C) 5.8 in

Río Jordán has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 97.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.0") and March the driest (3.1").

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Museums in Río Jordán

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo del Sitio Palenque

Airports Near Río Jordán

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balancan AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Los Bravos De Bonfil AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo 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 Jordán

What is the population of Río Jordán?

Río Jordán has a population of 1,197 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,497.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Río Jordán?

Río Jordán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.9 inches.

How is the job market in Río Jordán?

The job market in Río Jordán is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.

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