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Chemax, Mexico
Yucatán · Mexico
Chemax is a small city in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 14,885. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 14,885 |
| Population Density | 8,913 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.6556°, -87.9369° |
| Timezone | America/Merida |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Yucatán |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.6 inches (1,132 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chemax
Chemax is a small city in Mexico (Yucatán) with a population of 14,885. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.6 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.
Income: Chemax vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 476 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Chemax
Chemax has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (29.6°C), the coldest is Jan (24°C). Average annual precipitation is 1337 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.1°F |
| 45% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,913/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.6556°N, 87.9369°W |
| Timezone | America/Merida |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 1.8 in |
Chemax has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (1.7").
Schools in Chemax
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria Juan Escutia | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Ko One Ex Kaanbal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria General Luis Humberto Monsreal Oxté Turno Vespertino | - | - | - | - |
| TBCEY Xalau (X-Alau) (Telebachillerato Comunitario de Xalau (X-Alau)) | - | - | - | - |
| Telesecundaria Luis Peniche Vallado | - | - | - | - |
| TBCEY X-Catzín (Catzín) (Telebachillerato Comunitario de X-Catzín (Catzín)) | - | - | - | - |
| COBAY Chemax | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Ermilo Abreu Gómez Turno Matutino | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Justo Sierra Méndez | - | - | - | - |
| Secundaria Luis Rosado Vega | - | - | - | - |
| Telesecundaria Simon Bolivar | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chemax
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candela (Tizimín) - 96.3 FM - XHUP-FM - Cadena RASA - Tizimín, Yucatán | 96.3 fm, cadena rasa | MP3 | |
| Radio Tulum | - | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Candela (Tizimín) - 96.3 FM - XHUP-FM - Cadena RASA - Tizimín, YU | 96.3, 96.3 fm | MP3 |
Museums in Chemax
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Comunitario de Yaxché |
Libraries in Chemax
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Escolar Eligio Ancona Castillo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Mtro. Luis Gualberto Gutiérrez Novelo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chemax
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal Chemax |
Hotels in Chemax
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chemax
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chemax
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chemax
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport Tulum | TQO | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo de Chichen Itzá | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Cupul | TZM | Small Airport |
| Base Aeronaval de Tulum | TUY | Small Airport |
| Chichén Itzá International Airport | CZA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chemax
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia Catolica | |
| Iglesia Cristiana | |
| Iglesia San Antonio de Padua | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Salón del Reino de los testigos de Jehová | |
| Templo Cristiano | |
| Templo Cristiano |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chemax
What is the population of Chemax?
Chemax has a population of 14,885 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 8,913 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chemax?
Chemax 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 82°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches.
How is the job market in Chemax?
The job market in Chemax is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 476 business establishments in the area.