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Rivera el Viejo Carmen, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Rivera el Viejo Carmen is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 663. Elevation: 2,753 ft (839 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

663 Population 26/sq mi density
2,753 ft Elevation 839 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
101.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population663
Density26/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.1%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain101.9 in/yr
Sunny Days157/yr
Elevation2,753 ft (839 m)
Population663
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation2,753 ft (839 m)
Coordinates17.2853°, -93.2736°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation101.9 inches (2,587 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Rivera el Viejo Carmen

Rivera el Viejo Carmen is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 663. The city sits at an elevation of 2,753 feet (839 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 21 business establishments.

Income: Rivera el Viejo Carmen vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)21

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Rivera el Viejo Carmen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 101.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,753 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above Mexico avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days157 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,753 ft (839 m)
Area25.6 sq mi (66.3 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates17.2853°N, 93.2736°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 101.9"
168% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.04"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

723 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 8, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 54 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 113 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 129 km
Aug 9, 2023 7 km NNE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.8 135 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 91 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 114 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 90 km
Aug 5, 2015 11 km ENE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.7 134 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 122 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 129 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 93 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 87 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 128 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 76 km
Aug 28, 2001 11 km E of Arriaga, Mexico M5.3 131 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 65 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 98 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 137 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 106 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 130 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 1 138 km
2011 Nate Category 1 288 km
2010 Karl Category 3 257 km
2007 Dean Category 1 291 km
2005 Stan Category 1 221 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 52 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (10 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 10 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 6.7 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in
March 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 76°F (24°C) 11.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 10.6 in
August 75°F (24°C) 12.0 in
September 75°F (24°C) 15.0 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 13.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 8.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in

Rivera el Viejo Carmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 67°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 101.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.0") and March the driest (3.3").

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Farmers Markets in Rivera el Viejo Carmen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado publico

Airports Near Rivera el Viejo Carmen

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTGZMedium Airport
Terán Air BaseMedium Airport
Acuagranjas AirportSmall Airport
Campo David AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyulapa 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 António AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Jose Produce AirportSmall 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 Rivera el Viejo Carmen

What is the population of Rivera el Viejo Carmen?

Rivera el Viejo Carmen has a population of 663 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 25.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rivera el Viejo Carmen?

Rivera el Viejo Carmen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.9 inches.

How is the job market in Rivera el Viejo Carmen?

The job market in Rivera el Viejo Carmen is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 21 business establishments in the area.

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