Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission
The Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission is one of 35 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mexico, centered on Tuxtla Gutiérrez. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized8 Jan 1988
- Mission leadersManuel and Eva Gutiérrez began serving around July 2026, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Spanish; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mexico Temple, in the mission area.
- WeatherNear Tuxtla Gutiérrez, the warmest month is usually May (average high about 83°F / 28°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 54°F / 12°C), with roughly 1,031 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June.
- The Church hereMexico has about 1,572,287 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
- Office address
- Apartado Postal 278, 29000 Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas, Mexico
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Manuel and Eva Gutiérrez
Serving since July 2026 · new leaders expected July 2029
Source: Church Newsroom 2026 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: temperate · about 1031 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jun.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 72°F / 22°C | 54°F / 12°C | 27 mm |
| Feb | 75°F / 24°C | 55°F / 13°C | 32 mm |
| Mar | 80°F / 27°C | 57°F / 14°C | 23 mm |
| Apr | 82°F / 28°C | 60°F / 15°C | 27 mm |
| May | 83°F / 28°C | 62°F / 16°C | 69 mm |
| Jun | 77°F / 25°C | 61°F / 16°C | 256 mm |
| Jul | 78°F / 26°C | 60°F / 16°C | 95 mm |
| Aug | 78°F / 26°C | 60°F / 16°C | 133 mm |
| Sep | 76°F / 24°C | 60°F / 16°C | 216 mm |
| Oct | 74°F / 23°C | 59°F / 15°C | 154 mm |
| Nov | 72°F / 22°C | 57°F / 14°C | 61 mm |
| Dec | 72°F / 22°C | 55°F / 13°C | 33 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Spanish
Spanish is phonetic: vowels are always a (ah), e (eh), i (ee), o (oh), u (oo). Stress usually falls on the second-to-last syllable unless an accent mark says otherwise. Use "usted" (formal you) with adults until invited to use "tú".
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mexico Temple — Operating (12 March 2000) · in or near Tuxtla Gutiérrez
- Querétaro Mexico Temple — Under construction (7 January 2023) · about 68 mi (109 km) from Tuxtla Gutiérrez
- Villahermosa Mexico Temple — Operating (21 May 2000) · about 86 mi (138 km) from Tuxtla Gutiérrez
- Juchitan de Zaragoza Mexico Temple — Announced (6 October 2024) · about 128 mi (206 km) from Tuxtla Gutiérrez
The Church in Mexico
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Spanish
- Church Membership
- 1,572,287
- Congregations
- 1,875 (1,401 Wards, 474 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 34
- Operating Temples
- 14
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- America/Mexico_City
- Currency
- MXN
- Country code
- +52
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 8 Jan 1988
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Greet everyone in the room; a light handshake or cheek kiss among women is common.
- Use "usted" with older people.
- Family and hospitality are central; accept food graciously.
- Drink only bottled or filtered water.
Foods: Tacos, tamales, and enchiladas, Pozole, Mole, Fresh fruit with chili and lime
Family groups
Connect with other families
- Tuxtla Gutierrez Mission Moms (LDS) Group
- Mexico Tuxtla Gutierrez Mision 2007-2011 Group
- Mision Mexico Tuxtla Gutierrez Facebook Group
- Ex-Misioneros Mision Tuxtla Gutierrez 1988-93 Group
- Mision Tuxtla Gutierrez 1988-1990 Facebook Group
- Mision Tuxtla Gutierrez (la banda) 2002-04 Group
As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission?
The mission leaders are Manuel and Eva Gutiérrez, who began serving around July 2026, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2029.
What is the Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Apartado Postal 278, 29000 Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas, Mexico. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Spanish. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission?
Near Tuxtla Gutiérrez, the warmest month is usually May (average high about 83°F / 28°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 54°F / 12°C), with roughly 1,031 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mexico Temple and Villahermosa Mexico Temple (about 138 km).
When was the Mexico Tuxtla Gutiérrez Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 8 Jan 1988.
Other missions in Mexico
Other missions nearby
- Mexico Aguascalientes Mission
- Mexico Cancún Mission
- Mexico Chihuahua Mission
- Mexico Ciudad Juárez Mission
- Mexico Cuautla Mission
- Mexico Cuernavaca Mission
- Mexico Culiacán Mission
- Mexico Guadalajara East Mission
- Mexico Guadalajara Mission
- Mexico Hermosillo Mission
- Mexico Mexicali Mission
- Mexico Mexico City East Mission
- Mexico Mexico City North Mission
- Mexico Mexico City Northwest Mission
- Mexico Mexico City South Mission
- Mexico Mexico City Southeast Mission
- Mexico Mexico City West Mission
- Mexico Monterrey East Mission
- Mexico Monterrey West Mission
- Mexico Mérida Mission
- Mexico Oaxaca Mission
- Mexico Pachuca Mission
- Mexico Puebla East Mission
- Mexico Puebla North Mission
- Mexico Puebla South Mission
- Mexico Querétaro Mission
- Mexico Saltillo Mission
- Mexico Tampico Mission
- Mexico Tijuana Mission
- Mexico Torreón Mission
- Mexico Tula Mission
- Mexico Veracruz Mission
- Mexico Villahermosa Mission
- Mexico Xalapa Mission
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources