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Chanchen Primero, Mexico

Quintana Roo · Mexico

Chanchen Primero is a small town in Quintana Roo, Mexico with a population of 875. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

875 Population 524/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
45.1 in Annual Rain
America / Cancun Timezone

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People

Population875
Density524/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population875
Population Density524 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates20.4006°, -87.9678°
TimezoneAmerica/Cancun
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceQuintana Roo
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,145 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chanchen Primero

Chanchen Primero is a small town in Mexico (Quintana Roo) with a population of 875. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 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 45.1 inches. The timezone is America/Cancun.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 28 business establishments.

Income: Chanchen Primero vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Chanchen Primero 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 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates20.4006°N, 87.9678°W
TimezoneAmerica/Cancun

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.1"
19% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.28"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Jan 12, 2015.

Jun 10, 2002 6 km ENE of Presidente Juárez, Mexico M4.1 130 km
Jan 12, 2015 Gulf of America M4.0 57 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 5 230 km
2024 Beryl Category 3 38 km
2024 Helene Category 1 200 km
2021 Grace Category 1 59 km
2020 Delta Category 2 98 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 23 km
2020 Gamma Category 1 63 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 180 km
2011 Rina Category 2 240 km
2010 Paula Category 2 206 km
2009 Ida Category 2 232 km
2007 Dean Category 5 184 km
2005 Wilma Category 4 106 km
2005 Emily Category 4 22 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 163 km
2000 Keith Category 4 278 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 135 km
1995 Roxanne Category 3 47 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 58 km
1980 Allen Category 5 195 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.6 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in
June 82°F (28°C) 5.8 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
November 76°F (24°C) 2.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in

Chanchen Primero has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.3") and March the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Chanchen Primero

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria Indigena "Cristobal Colon"
Telesecundaria
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Libraries in Chanchen Primero

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Aquiles Serdán0.0

Airports Near Chanchen Primero

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport TulumTQOLarge Airport
Aeródromo de Chichen ItzáSmall Airport
Base Aeronaval de TulumTUYSmall Airport
Chichén Itzá International AirportCZASmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Cancun

🇲🇽 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 Chanchen Primero

What is the population of Chanchen Primero?

Chanchen Primero has a population of 875 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 524 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chanchen Primero?

Chanchen Primero 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 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches.

How is the job market in Chanchen Primero?

The job market in Chanchen Primero is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 28 business establishments in the area.

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