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San Marcos, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

San Marcos is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 587. Elevation: 3,107 ft (947 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

587 Population 1/sq mi density
3,107 ft Elevation 947 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
73.2 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population587
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain73.2 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation3,107 ft (947 m)
Population587
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,107 ft (947 m)
Coordinates16.9581°, -92.2117°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation73.2 inches (1,860 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Marcos

San Marcos is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 587. The city sits at an elevation of 3,107 feet (947 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 19 business establishments.

Income: San Marcos vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

San Marcos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,107 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above Mexico avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,107 ft (947 m)
Area763.8 sq mi (1,978.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates16.9581°N, 92.2117°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.2"
93% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

186 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M5.8 on May 5, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 134 km
Mar 14, 1994 6 km ENE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M6.9 110 km
Dec 31, 1996 4 km SW of El Ramal (Porvenir), Mexico M6.4 149 km
Jan 17, 2009 5 km NNW of Nueva Colombia, Mexico M5.8 147 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 85 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 60 km
Feb 23, 2010 19 km NNE of Barillas, Guatemala M5.6 150 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 101 km
Jul 30, 2013 9 km W of Querétaro, Mexico M5.4 142 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 148 km
Feb 8, 2002 7 km N of Dolores Jaltenango, Mexico M5.4 126 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 103 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 108 km
Apr 29, 2024 5 km WNW of Francisco Villa, Mexico M5.1 148 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 91 km
Jul 25, 2021 Mexico-Guatemala border region M5.0 109 km
Sep 6, 2011 6 km NW of Nuevo México, Mexico M5.0 145 km
May 6, 2023 11 km WSW of Nueva América, Mexico M5.0 121 km
Feb 9, 2016 7 km SSW of Nueva América, Mexico M4.9 122 km
Jan 11, 2025 8 km W of Pablo L. Sidar, Mexico M4.9 125 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 1 199 km
2007 Dean Category 2 288 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 293 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 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (117 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 117 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
April 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.6 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 11.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 9.0 in
August 71°F (21°C) 10.6 in
September 70°F (21°C) 13.3 in Wettest
October 69°F (20°C) 8.1 in
November 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in

San Marcos has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 63°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 73.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.3") and February the driest (1.9").

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Museums in San Marcos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Manuel K'ulub

Airports Near San Marcos

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Comitan AirportSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Miguel Aleman AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Yalcok 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 Marcos

What is the population of San Marcos?

San Marcos has a population of 587 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 763.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Marcos?

San Marcos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches.

How is the job market in San Marcos?

The job market in San Marcos is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 19 business establishments in the area.

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