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Tectuapan, Mexico

Chiapas · Mexico

Tectuapan is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 833. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

833 Population 15/sq mi density
341 ft Elevation 104 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
82.1 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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People

Population833
Density15/mi²

Economy

Unemployment2.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain82.1 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Population833
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Coordinates17.4471°, -93.1598°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceChiapas
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 Tectuapan

Tectuapan is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 833. The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet (104 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/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: Tectuapan vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
26% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tectuapan 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 341 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

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area55.5 sq mi (143.8 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates17.4471°N, 93.1598°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.1"
116% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 21.61"
Driest Month (Apr) 5.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

512 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 75 km
Apr 7, 2011 7 km SW of Helio García Alfaro, Mexico M6.6 128 km
May 5, 2025 5 km NNE of Nuevo León, Mexico M5.8 121 km
Feb 1, 2003 7 km NNW of Nuevo Vicente Guerrero (El Chichonal), Mexico M5.8 104 km
May 20, 2017 21 km SE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.7 108 km
Mar 12, 1994 30 km NNE of Santo Domingo Zanatepec, Mexico M5.6 142 km
Sep 1, 2012 11 km N of Plan de Agua Prieta, Mexico M5.5 142 km
May 23, 2016 9 km WSW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 114 km
Jan 30, 2019 37 km NE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.4 86 km
Jun 7, 2009 5 km SW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 147 km
Aug 5, 2024 17 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.4 107 km
Jun 11, 2002 19 km N of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.3 145 km
Dec 19, 2001 34 km WNW of Raudales Malpaso, Mexico M5.3 77 km
May 25, 2017 21 km SSE of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.3 116 km
Apr 25, 1998 27 km SSW of Las Choapas, Mexico M5.2 112 km
May 2, 2014 14 km NNE of Niños Héroes, Mexico M5.1 139 km
Apr 29, 2024 5 km WNW of Francisco Villa, Mexico M5.1 136 km
Jun 22, 2008 14 km W of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M5.1 117 km
Mar 10, 2009 4 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M5.0 122 km
Jul 29, 1999 21 km SSW of La Horqueta (Poblado Doce), Mexico M5.0 125 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 1 160 km
2011 Nate Category 1 266 km
2010 Karl Category 3 240 km
2007 Dean Category 1 270 km
2005 Stan Category 1 215 km
1995 Roxanne Category 1 288 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 67 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (12 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chichon, El Lava dome(s) 1,150 m (3,773 ft) 1982 12 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 11.3 in
February 71°F (22°C) 8.9 in
March 75°F (24°C) 5.6 in
April 79°F (26°C) 5.5 in Driest
May 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 15.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 14.2 in
August 78°F (26°C) 17.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 21.5 in
October 76°F (24°C) 21.6 in Wettest
November 73°F (23°C) 13.9 in
December 71°F (22°C) 11.7 in Coldest

Tectuapan has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in December to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 154.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (21.6") and April the driest (5.5").

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Libraries in Tectuapan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Publica0.0

Farmers Markets in Tectuapan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Diana Cordoba de Balboa
Mercado publico

Airports Near Tectuapan

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 Joali AirportSmall 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
Santa Rosalia AirstripSmall Airport
Valle Bonito 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 Tectuapan

What is the population of Tectuapan?

Tectuapan has a population of 833 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 55.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tectuapan?

Tectuapan 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 Tectuapan?

The job market in Tectuapan is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

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