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Tenejapa, Mexico
Chiapas · Mexico
Tenejapa is a small town in Chiapas, Mexico with a population of 1,998. Elevation: 6,604 ft (2,013 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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About Tenejapa
The Tenejapa-Lacandón Formation is a geological formation and lagerstätte in southern Mexico and western Guatemala. It preserves fossils dating to the Early Paleocene.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 1,998 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,604 ft (2,013 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8189°, -92.5068° |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Chiapas |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.1 inches (1,705 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tenejapa
Tenejapa is a small town in Mexico (Chiapas) with a population of 1,998. The city sits at an elevation of 6,604 feet (2,013 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.1 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.
Income: Tenejapa vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 26% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 64 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Tenejapa
Tenejapa has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1153 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,604 ft (2,013 m) |
| Area | 92.4 sq mi (239.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8189°N, 92.5068°W |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 63 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chichon, El (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chichon, El | Lava dome(s) | 1,150 m (3,773 ft) | 1982 | 97 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Tenejapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 54°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (0.5").
Museums in Tenejapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafemuseo cafe | ||||
| Ex Convento de Santo Domingo | ||||
| Museo de Culturas Populares | ||||
| Museo de la Medicina Maya | ||||
| Museo Manuel K'ulub | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Mesoamericano del Jade | ||||
| Museo Sergio Castro | ||||
| Museo textiles de mundo maya | ||||
| Museum of Amber | ||||
| Na Bolom | ||||
| Na Bolom |
Libraries in Tenejapa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Cafe y librería de oscasion | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tenejapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito 2 | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Dulces y Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Jose Castillo Tielemans | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado La Hormiga | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Merposur | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercado Zona Norte, Chiapas Solidario | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Mercaltos | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal | |||||
| Tianguis Agroecologico y Artesanal |
Stadiums & Teams in Tenejapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tenejapa
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Albino Corzo International Airport | TGZ | Medium Airport |
| Terán Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Comitan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguel Aleman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palenque International Airport | PQM | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Copalar Airport | CJT | Small Airport |
| San Luis de Ocosingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tenejapa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Tenejapa?
Tenejapa has a population of 1,998 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 92.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tenejapa?
Tenejapa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.1 inches.
How is the job market in Tenejapa?
The job market in Tenejapa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 64 business establishments in the area.