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San Felipe Tizapa, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

San Felipe Tizapa is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,087. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,087 Population 4/sq mi density
371 ft Elevation 113 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
61.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population1,087
Density4/mi²

Economy

Unemployment3.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain61.1 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Population1,087
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates15.2762°, -92.6130°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation61.1 inches (1,553 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Felipe Tizapa

San Felipe Tizapa is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,087. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments.

Income: San Felipe Tizapa vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Felipe Tizapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 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 61.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above Mexico avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area251.8 sq mi (652.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates15.2762°N, 92.6130°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.1"
61% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 18.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,290 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 27, 2025.

Sep 8, 2017 2017 Tehuantepec, Mexico Earthquake M8.2 141 km
Sep 10, 1993 24 km W of Puerto Madero, Mexico M7.2 62 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 82 km
Jul 7, 2014 4 km W of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.9 64 km
Jun 14, 2017 2 km SSW of San Pablo, Guatemala M6.9 77 km
Sep 3, 1993 38 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.8 84 km
Feb 1, 2019 5 km SW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.7 69 km
Nov 11, 2012 32 km SW of Champerico, Guatemala M6.5 136 km
Sep 19, 1993 105 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.4 127 km
May 12, 2024 28 km WSW of Brisas Barra de Suchiate, Mexico M6.4 96 km
Jan 16, 2002 2 km SW of Las Brisas, Mexico M6.4 61 km
Sep 7, 2013 7 km ESE of Ignacio López Rayón, Mexico M6.4 91 km
Dec 31, 1996 4 km SW of El Ramal (Porvenir), Mexico M6.4 73 km
Nov 28, 2001 2 km ESE of El Carmen, Mexico M6.4 62 km
Jul 14, 2023 Offshore Chiapas, Mexico M6.3 145 km
Jun 7, 1998 2 km NNE of Cabeza de Toro, Mexico M6.3 146 km
Mar 12, 2000 3 km ESE of Plan de Ayala, Mexico M6.3 38 km
May 30, 1992 62 km WSW of Puerto Madero, Mexico M6.3 99 km
Jan 21, 2012 46 km SW of El Arenal, Mexico M6.2 62 km
Dec 4, 2000 104 km SW of El Palmarcito, Mexico M6.1 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 169 km
1998 Lester Category 2 226 km
1996 Douglas Category 1 236 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2017 S. MEXICO Earthquake 2.7 m 98 141 km
1950 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.2 m 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (56 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tacana Stratovolcano 4,064 m (13,333 ft) 1986 56 km
Santa Maria Stratovolcano 3,745 m (12,287 ft) 2020 128 km
Almolonga Stratovolcano 3,173 m (10,410 ft) 1818 129 km
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 170 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in
April 83°F (28°C) 2.4 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 8.6 in
June 81°F (27°C) 15.2 in
July 57°F (14°C) 13.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 14.8 in
September 80°F (27°C) 18.4 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 10.7 in
November 80°F (27°C) 2.6 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in

San Felipe Tizapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 52°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 87.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (18.4") and January the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near San Felipe Tizapa

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas 106.7 fm, américa AAC
Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas 106.7 fm, baladas AAC
W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas 91.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas 99.5 fm, américa MP3 192 kbps

Farmers Markets in San Felipe Tizapa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Miguel Hidalgo
mercado municipal

Airports Near San Felipe Tizapa

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tapachula International AirportTAPMedium Airport
Aeródromo ErendiraSmall Airport
Aeródromo La BaseSmall Airport
Algodonera de Tapachula AirportSmall Airport
Buenos Aires 2 AirstripSmall Airport
Coatepeque AirportCTFSmall Airport
El Hato AirportSmall Airport
El Paraiso Villalobos AirportSmall Airport
El Paso del Aguila AirportSmall Airport
Finca El Alamo AirportSmall Airport
Ingenio de Huixtla AirportSmall Airport
La Providencia de Acapetahua AirportSmall Airport
La Valentina AirportSmall Airport
Los Torres AirportSmall Airport
Malacatán AirportSmall Airport
Marte R. Gomez AirportSmall Airport
Murallas AirportSmall Airport
Santa Teresa AirportSmall Airport
Santo Tomas AirportSmall Airport
Valle de Tapachula 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 San Felipe Tizapa

What is the population of San Felipe Tizapa?

San Felipe Tizapa has a population of 1,087 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 251.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Felipe Tizapa?

San Felipe Tizapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches.

How is the job market in San Felipe Tizapa?

San Felipe Tizapa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

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