Driest Cities in Chiapas

Top 87 cities ranked by driest cities

Driest Cities - Chiapas

1 Chiapa de Corzo 25.3"
2 Copoya 25.3"
3 El Parral 25.3"
4 Acala 25.3"
5 Suchiapa 25.3"
6 Ixtapa 30.9"
7 Copainalá 30.9"
8 Rincón Chamula 30.9"
9 Jitotol 30.9"
10 Tapilula 30.9"
11 Tuxtla 30.9"
12 Rayón 30.9"
13 San Fernando 30.9"
14 Pueblo Nuevo 30.9"
15 Bochil 30.9"
16 Ocotepec 30.9"
17 La Trinitaria 31.1"
18 El Triunfo 31.1"
19 Tzimol 31.1"
20 Comitán 31.1"
22 Jiquipilas 39.9"
25 Berriozábal 40.8"
26 Villa Corzo 44.1"
27 Villaflores 44.1"
29 Socoltenango 50.5"
30 Las Margaritas 53.3"
32 Reforma 55.2"
33 Arriaga 55.4"
35 Puerto Madero 59.2"
36 Tonalá 59.3"
37 Acacoyagua 61.1"
38 Chicomuselo 61.1"
39 Escuintla 61.1"
40 Acapetahua 61.1"
41 Paredón 61.4"
42 La Concordia 62.8"
43 Oxchuc 67.1"
44 Petalcingo 67.1"
45 Chilón 67.1"
46 El Bosque 67.1"
47 Zinacantán 67.1"
48 Pantelhó 67.1"
49 Yajalón 67.1"
51 San Juan Cancuc 67.1"
53 Las Rosas 69.2"
54 Teopisca 69.2"
58 Chanal 69.2"
59 Ocosingo 76.0"
60 Altamirano 76.0"
61 Pijijiapan 81.6"
62 Juárez 82.1"
63 Pichucalco 82.1"
64 Ixtacomitán 82.1"
65 Bachajón 83.3"
68 Álvaro Obregón 83.6"
69 Vida Mejor I 83.6"
70 Mazatán 83.6"
72 Huehuetán 83.6"
73 Huixtla 83.6"
74 Tapachula 83.6"
75 Mapastepec 87.2"
76 Nueva Palestina 89.5"
77 Tila 96.2"
78 Salto de Agua 96.2"
79 Ciudad Hidalgo 97.7"
80 Palenque 99.0"
81 Raudales Malpaso 103.7"
82 Tuxtla Chico 108.9"
83 Cacahoatán 108.9"
85 Frontera Corozal 115.8"
86 Comalapa 119.1"
87 Motozintla 119.1"

The driest cities in Chiapas receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Chiapa de Corzo receives just 25.3 inches of precipitation annually.

Dry climates offer benefits including more sunny days, less seasonal affective disorder, lower humidity, and reduced mold and allergen concerns. These cities are often located in the desert Southwest or other arid regions with dramatic natural landscapes.

Water management is a critical concern for the driest cities, many of which rely on distant water sources, desalination, or strict conservation measures. As populations grow in these areas, sustainable water use and drought resilience become increasingly important priorities.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Chiapa de Corzo gets just 25.3" of precipitation per year - less than many cities get in a single month.
  • 2. Most of the driest cities are in the desert Southwest, where evaporation often exceeds precipitation by a factor of 10 or more.
  • 3. Water conservation is a way of life in these cities, with many implementing xeriscaping requirements and water usage restrictions.

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