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San Juan Chancalaíto, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

San Juan Chancalaíto is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 792. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

792 Population 0/sq mi density
410 ft Elevation 125 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
96.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population792
Density0/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain96.5 in/yr
Sunny Days167/yr
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Population792
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Coordinates17.3428°, -91.7261°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation96.5 inches (2,451 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Juan Chancalaíto

San Juan Chancalaíto is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 792. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: San Juan Chancalaíto vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Juan Chancalaíto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 96.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days167 days/yr

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Area2,497.6 sq mi (6,468.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates17.3428°N, 91.7261°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 96.5"
154% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 15.75"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 126 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 103 km
Apr 12, 2010 4 km SSE of Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico M4.6 149 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 64 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 34 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 106 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 69 km
Mar 2, 2011 10 km SW of Santo Domingo de las Palmas, Mexico M4.5 147 km
Mar 29, 2021 12 km WSW of Nuevo San Juan Chamula, Mexico M4.5 140 km
Jan 19, 1999 2 km ESE of Raya Zaragoza, Mexico M4.4 99 km
May 29, 2007 8 km NE of Xicoténcatl, Mexico M4.4 100 km
Mar 3, 2013 20 km SSE of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 96 km
Oct 19, 1996 3 km W of Yibeljoj, Mexico M4.4 96 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 86 km
Dec 15, 2001 3 km ESE of Benito González, Mexico M4.3 116 km
Apr 1, 2005 2 km SE of Majomut, Mexico M4.3 112 km
Apr 25, 2008 9 km NNW of José Colomo, Mexico M4.3 112 km
Jan 18, 2014 5 km NNE of Netzahualcóyotl, Mexico M4.3 56 km
Mar 9, 2011 28 km S of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 67 km
Jun 2, 2007 12 km ENE of Justo Sierra, Mexico M4.3 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2016).

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Earl Category 1 300 km
2013 Barbara Category 1 264 km
2011 Nate Category 1 265 km
2010 Richard Category 1 268 km
2007 Dean Category 2 233 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 241 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (159 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 159 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
March 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
May 84°F (29°C) 5.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 12.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
August 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 15.8 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 13.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 7.7 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.8 in

San Juan Chancalaíto has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 72°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 96.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.8") and March the driest (3.0").

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Radio Stations near San Juan Chancalaíto

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOOM FM 91.5 (Cintalapa) - 91.5 FM - XHCCAG-FM - Cadena Boom FM - Cintalapa, Chiapas 91.5 fm, américa MP3 96 kbps

Museums in San Juan Chancalaíto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de sitio de Pomona

Airports Near San Juan Chancalaíto

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balancan AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
El Freno AirfieldSmall Airport
Los Bravos De Bonfil AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga 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 San Juan Chancalaíto

What is the population of San Juan Chancalaíto?

San Juan Chancalaíto has a population of 792 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,497.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Juan Chancalaíto?

San Juan Chancalaíto has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.5 inches.

How is the job market in San Juan Chancalaíto?

The job market in San Juan Chancalaíto is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

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