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Santa María, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Santa María is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,317. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,317 Population 1/sq mi density
371 ft Elevation 113 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
111.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Santa María

Santa María

La Santa María de la Inmaculada Concepción, or La Santa María, originally La Gallega, The Galician, was the largest of the three small ships sailed by Christopher Columbus in his first expedition across the Atlantic Ocean in 1492, with the backing of the Spanish monarchs. Her master and owner was Juan de la Cosa.

People

Population1,317
Density1/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain111.5 in/yr
Sunny Days150/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Population1,317
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates17.3523°, -92.0768°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation111.5 inches (2,832 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Santa María

Santa María is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,317. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 42 business establishments.

Income: Santa María vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Santa María has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 150 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 111.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.0°F
43% above Mexico avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days150 days/yr

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area2,497.6 sq mi (6,468.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates17.3523°N, 92.0768°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 111.5"
193% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 17.52"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.74"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 124 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 105 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 145 km
Jun 19, 2021 11 km NE of Rizo de Oro, Mexico M5.4 149 km
Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 124 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 137 km
Mar 31, 1997 2 km NE of La Concordia, Mexico M4.8 150 km
Apr 12, 2010 4 km SSE of Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico M4.6 129 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 70 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 101 km
Nov 5, 2000 2 km NW of Los Pozos, Mexico M4.6 85 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 50 km
Nov 14, 2012 7 km SSW of Nuevo Juan del Grijalva, Mexico M4.6 140 km
Mar 12, 2010 6 km N of Plan de Ayala, Mexico M4.6 150 km
Jul 18, 1993 0 km ESE of Pablo L. Sidar, Mexico M4.5 117 km
Jun 1, 1997 2 km NE of Julián Grajales, Mexico M4.5 133 km
May 29, 2007 8 km NE of Xicoténcatl, Mexico M4.4 64 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 112 km
Jan 19, 1999 2 km ESE of Raya Zaragoza, Mexico M4.4 62 km
Oct 19, 1996 3 km W of Yibeljoj, Mexico M4.4 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 233 km
2011 Nate Category 1 261 km
2010 Karl Category 2 281 km
2007 Dean Category 2 242 km
2005 Stan Category 1 296 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 246 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 19 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (122 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 122 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 6.2 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in
March 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 13.2 in
July 79°F (26°C) 10.8 in
August 79°F (26°C) 13.4 in
September 79°F (26°C) 17.5 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 15.5 in
November 75°F (24°C) 9.1 in
December 72°F (22°C) 7.2 in

Santa María has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 71°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 111.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (17.5") and March the driest (3.7").

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Museums in Santa María

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo del Sitio Palenque
Museo IK

Farmers Markets in Santa María

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadito

Restaurants in Santa María

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asadero Las Gerberas
El cordero

Airports Near Santa María

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Balancan AirstripSmall Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
El Freno AirfieldSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Los Bravos De Bonfil AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Palenque International AirportPQMSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique AirportSmall Airport
Xiquipilli AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa María

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia
Iglesia nacional presbiteriana

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 Santa María

What is the population of Santa María?

Santa María has a population of 1,317 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,497.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Santa María?

Santa María has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 150 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.5 inches.

How is the job market in Santa María?

The job market in Santa María is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 42 business establishments in the area.

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