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Becanchén, Mexico

Yucatán · Mexico

Becanchén is a small town in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 1,713. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,713 Population 542/sq mi density
443 ft Elevation 135 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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People

Population1,713
Density542/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.0%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Population1,713
Population Density542 / sq mi
Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Coordinates19.8745°, -89.2174°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceYucatán
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,101 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Becanchén

Becanchén is a small town in Mexico (Yucatán) with a population of 1,713. The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet (135 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 55 business establishments.

Income: Becanchén vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)55

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Becanchén has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density542/sq mi
Coordinates19.8745°N, 89.2174°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 10, 2002.

Jun 10, 2002 6 km ENE of Presidente Juárez, Mexico M4.1 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

20 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 5 226 km
2024 Beryl Category 2 140 km
2022 Lisa Category 1 272 km
2021 Grace Category 1 181 km
2020 Delta Category 2 208 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 159 km
2020 Gamma Category 1 193 km
2016 Earl Category 1 277 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 122 km
2011 Rina Category 1 300 km
2010 Richard Category 2 275 km
2007 Dean Category 5 105 km
2005 Wilma Category 4 248 km
2005 Emily Category 4 151 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 62 km
2000 Keith Category 4 254 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 166 km
1995 Roxanne Category 3 13 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 147 km
1980 Allen Category 5 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in
April 80°F (27°C) 1.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 3.7 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in
September 80°F (26°C) 7.8 in Wettest
October 78°F (25°C) 4.9 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in
December 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in

Becanchén has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (1.0").

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Libraries in Becanchén

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca comunitaria "Prof. Magdalena Ceballos"0.0

Farmers Markets in Becanchén

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado municipal de Tzucacab

Airports Near Becanchén

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Santa Rosa de Hopelchen Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Becanchén

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia

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 Becanchén

What is the population of Becanchén?

Becanchén has a population of 1,713 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 542 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Becanchén?

Becanchén has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in Becanchén?

The job market in Becanchén is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 55 business establishments in the area.

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