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Tapijulapa, Mexico

Tabasco · Mexico

Tapijulapa is a small town in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 2,921. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2,921 Population 7,490/sq mi density
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
82.1 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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About Tapijulapa

Tapijulapa

Tapijulapa is a community in the municipality of Tacotalpa, Tabasco. It is a mountain community ninety kilometres from the state capital of Villahermosa, named a Pueblo Mágico for its white houses with red tiles roofs along cobblestone streets, along with abundant vegetation. Its main landmark is the town church called Santiago Apóstol as well as an ecological park called Kolem Jaá, one of the largest of its kind in Latin America. Nearby is the Cueva de Villa Luz, a cave that is a popular tourist destination. The town is also noted for a festival in honor of Chaac, the Maya god of rain.

People

Population2,921
Density7,490/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.1%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain82.1 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Population2,921
Population Density7,490 / sq mi
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates17.4598°, -92.7790°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation82.1 inches (2,085 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tapijulapa

Tapijulapa is a small town in Mexico (Tabasco) with a population of 2,921. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.1 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 93 business establishments.

Income: Tapijulapa vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)93

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tapijulapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 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 82.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density7,490/sq mi
Coordinates17.4598°N, 92.7790°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.1"
116% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 20.24"
Driest Month (Apr) 4.92"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

233 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 9, 2025.

Oct 21, 1995 13 km NW of Ocozocoautla de Espinosa, Mexico M7.2 101 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 106 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 101 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 146 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 137 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 142 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 146 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 126 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 117 km
Apr 29, 2024 5 km WNW of Francisco Villa, Mexico M5.1 150 km
Jun 22, 2008 14 km W of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.1 150 km
Jan 20, 2011 4 km NNW of Vicente Guerrero, Mexico M5.0 121 km
Sep 6, 2011 6 km NW of Nuevo México, Mexico M5.0 130 km
Mar 10, 2009 4 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M5.0 145 km
Jan 14, 2000 11 km S of San Francisco Pujiltic, Mexico M5.0 148 km
Mar 4, 2021 27 km WNW of Francisco I. Madero, Mexico M4.8 143 km
Mar 31, 1997 2 km NE of La Concordia, Mexico M4.8 148 km
Jun 24, 2009 32 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M4.7 125 km
Apr 13, 2013 30 km E of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M4.7 123 km
Jan 13, 2012 10 km NNW of Pomposo Castellanos, Mexico M4.7 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Barbara Category 1 184 km
2011 Nate Category 1 254 km
2010 Karl Category 3 244 km
2007 Dean Category 1 257 km
2005 Stan Category 1 239 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 264 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 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (49 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 49 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 8.9 in
February 72°F (22°C) 7.6 in
March 76°F (25°C) 5.0 in
April 80°F (26°C) 4.9 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 7.3 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 14.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 12.2 in
August 80°F (26°C) 15.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 20.2 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 19.0 in
November 74°F (24°C) 11.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 9.8 in Coldest

Tapijulapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 136.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (20.2") and April the driest (4.9").

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Schools in Tapijulapa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio de Estudios Cientificos y Tecnologicos del Edo.de Tabasco
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Libraries in Tapijulapa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Publica0.0

Farmers Markets in Tapijulapa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Diana Cordoba de Balboa
Mercado Público "Pedro Palomeque"

Clinics in Tapijulapa

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Comunitario de Tapijulapa 3NB

Airports Near Tapijulapa

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlos Rovirosa Pérez International AirportVSALarge Airport
Terán Air BaseMedium Airport
Acuagranjas AirportSmall Airport
Campo David AirportSmall Airport
Ciudad Pemex AirportSmall Airport
Cucuyulapa AirportSmall Airport
El Blanquillo AirportSmall Airport
Francisco Sarabia National AirportSmall Airport
Jorge Efrain AirportSmall Airport
La Concordia AirportSmall Airport
La Florida AirportSmall Airport
La Giralda AirportSmall Airport
La Pista AirportSmall Airport
Lomas Tristes AirportSmall Airport
Monterrey AirportSmall Airport
Nicolas Bravo AirportSmall Airport
Pista LeoSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Rancho San Jose de Pedrero AirportSmall Airport
San António AirportSmall Airport
San Carlos AirportSmall Airport
San Fernando AirstripSmall Airport
San Jose Produce AirportSmall Airport
San Luis de Ocosingo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosalia AirstripSmall Airport
Valle Bonito AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tapijulapa

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia Santiago Apostol

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Merida

🇲🇽 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 Tapijulapa

What is the population of Tapijulapa?

Tapijulapa has a population of 2,921 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 7,490 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tapijulapa?

Tapijulapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 82.1 inches.

How is the job market in Tapijulapa?

The job market in Tapijulapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 93 business establishments in the area.

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