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Ek-Balam, Mexico

Yucatán · Mexico

Ek-Balam is a small town in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 569. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

569 Population 180/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
46.1 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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People

Population569
Density180/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.4%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population569
Population Density180 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates20.1233°, -89.0652°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceYucatán
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation46.1 inches (1,171 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ek-Balam

Ek-Balam is a small town in Mexico (Yucatán) with a population of 569. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.1 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 18 business establishments.

Income: Ek-Balam vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)18

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ek-Balam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates20.1233°N, 89.0652°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.1"
21% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.07"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.06"

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 M4.1 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 5 203 km
2024 Beryl Category 2 111 km
2022 Lisa Category 1 296 km
2021 Grace Category 1 163 km
2020 Delta Category 2 178 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 133 km
2020 Gamma Category 1 174 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 147 km
2007 Dean Category 5 137 km
2005 Wilma Category 4 222 km
2005 Emily Category 4 123 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 59 km
2000 Keith Category 4 271 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 168 km
1995 Roxanne Category 3 25 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 115 km
1980 Allen Category 5 261 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 78°F (25°C) 1.4 in
April 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in
May 83°F (28°C) 3.9 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 6.4 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.7 in
September 80°F (27°C) 8.1 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 5.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 2.5 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in

Ek-Balam has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.1") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Ek-Balam

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela primaria "Benito Juárez García"
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Radio Stations near Ek-Balam

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BOOM FM 89.3 (José María Morelos) - 89.3 FM -XHCCBP-FM - Cadena Boom FM - José María Morelos, Quintana Roo 89.3 fm, américa MP3 80 kbps

Libraries in Ek-Balam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca comunitaria "Prof. Magdalena Ceballos"0.0
Biblioteca Publica0.0

Farmers Markets in Ek-Balam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Tekax
Mercado municipal de Tzucacab

Airports Near Ek-Balam

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo de Chichen ItzáSmall Airport
Chichén Itzá International AirportCZASmall Airport
Santa Rosa de Hopelchen AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ek-Balam

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia
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 Ek-Balam

What is the population of Ek-Balam?

Ek-Balam has a population of 569 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 180 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ek-Balam?

Ek-Balam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches.

How is the job market in Ek-Balam?

The job market in Ek-Balam is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 18 business establishments in the area.

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