San Francisco Ocotal, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

San Francisco Ocotal is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 601. Elevation: 4,915 ft (1,498 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

601 Population 24/sq mi density
4,915 ft Elevation 1,498 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population601
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Elevation4,915 ft (1,498 m)
Population601
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation4,915 ft (1,498 m)
Coordinates17.2158°, -93.1500°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (785 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Francisco Ocotal

San Francisco Ocotal is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 601. The city sits at an elevation of 4,915 feet (1,498 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

San Francisco Ocotal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,915 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Geography

Elevation4,915 ft (1,498 m)
Area25.6 sq mi (66.3 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates17.2158°N, 93.1500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.56"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

619 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 M6.6 126 km
Jul 6, 2007 6 km N of Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico M6.1 131 km
Aug 9, 2023 7 km NNE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.8 133 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 99 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 79 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 101 km
Aug 5, 2015 11 km ENE of Tonalá, Mexico M5.7 132 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 130 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 117 km
Feb 8, 2002 7 km N of Dolores Jaltenango, Mexico M5.4 145 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 121 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 94 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 91 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 98 km
Aug 28, 2001 11 km E of Arriaga, Mexico M5.3 130 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 109 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 79 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 121 km
Apr 29, 2024 5 km WNW of Francisco Villa, Mexico M5.1 111 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 1 290 km
2010 Karl Category 3 266 km
2007 Dean Category 1 294 km
2005 Stan Category 1 236 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 41 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (18 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 18 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
March 67°F (20°C) 2.2 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in Warmest
June 71°F (22°C) 10.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 9.3 in
August 70°F (21°C) 10.6 in
September 70°F (21°C) 12.6 in Wettest
October 68°F (20°C) 9.5 in
November 65°F (19°C) 5.5 in
December 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in

San Francisco Ocotal has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 63°F in January to 72°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 78.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.6") and March the driest (2.2").

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Schools in San Francisco Ocotal

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria - - - -
Colegio de Bachilleres EMSAD - - - -
Escuela Telesecundaria - - - -
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Radio Stations near San Francisco Ocotal

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LA KEBUENA 100.1 (Tuxtla) - 100.1 FM - XHUD-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 100.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
RADIO ZOQUE 105.9 (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 105.9 fm, américa MP3
Radio Zoque 105.9 FM - MP3
UNICACH Radio - MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 98.5 (Tuxtla) - 98.5 FM - XHCQ-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, CHiapas 98.5 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
Radio Zoque (Tuxtla) - 105.9 FM - XHLM-FM - Grupo As Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 105.9 fm, américa MP3
JOYA 101.7 (Tuxtla) - 101.7 FM - XHVV-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 101.7 fm, américa AAC
LOS40 Tuxtla - 96.1 FM - XHTGZ-FM - Radio Núcleo - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 96.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
La Poderosa (Tuxtla) - 91.1 FM - XHIO-FM - Grupo As Comunicación - Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas 91.1 fm, américa MP3

Airports Near San Francisco Ocotal

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Angel Albino Corzo International AirportTGZMedium Airport
Terán Air Base-Medium Airport
Acuagranjas Airport-Small Airport
Campo David Airport-Small Airport
Ciudad Pemex Airport-Small Airport
El Blanquillo Airport-Small Airport
Francisco Sarabia National Airport-Small Airport
Jorge Efrain Airport-Small Airport
La Concordia Airport-Small Airport
La Florida Airport-Small Airport
La Giralda Airport-Small Airport
La Pista Airport-Small Airport
Lomas Tristes Airport-Small Airport
Monterrey Airport-Small Airport
Nicolas Bravo Airport-Small Airport
Pista Leo-Small Airport
Rancho Joali Airport-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 Jose Produce Airport-Small Airport
Valle Bonito Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Francisco Ocotal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Catolica

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 Francisco Ocotal

What is the population of San Francisco Ocotal?

San Francisco Ocotal has a population of 601 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 25.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Francisco Ocotal?

San Francisco Ocotal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.

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