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El Palmar, Mexico

Tabasco · Mexico

El Palmar is a small town in Tabasco, Mexico with a population of 681. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

681 Population 136/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
81.8 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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People

Population681
Density136/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.4%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain81.8 in/yr
Sunny Days190/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Population681
Population Density136 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates17.4469°, -91.0381°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceTabasco
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation81.8 inches (2,077 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Palmar

El Palmar is a small town in Mexico (Tabasco) with a population of 681. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.8 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 22 business establishments.

Income: El Palmar vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

El Palmar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 190 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above Mexico avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days190 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates17.4469°N, 91.0381°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 81.8"
115% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 14.06"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 7, 2024.

Sep 17, 2004 9 km ENE of Ramón F. Balboa, Mexico M5.2 109 km
May 31, 2008 4 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.8 132 km
Aug 6, 2009 6 km W of Sibacá, Mexico M4.6 137 km
Apr 15, 2012 31 km NE of Nuevo Francisco León, Mexico M4.6 24 km
Mar 11, 2003 19 km NNE of Ubilio García, Mexico M4.6 46 km
Jul 1, 2008 9 km SSE of Benemérito de las Américas, Mexico M4.4 121 km
Mar 3, 2013 20 km SSE of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 92 km
May 13, 2005 20 km N of Flor de Cacao, Mexico M4.4 142 km
May 18, 2022 14 km SSW of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.4 88 km
Jan 18, 2014 5 km NNE of Netzahualcóyotl, Mexico M4.3 54 km
May 31, 2008 26 km NNE of Benemérito de las Américas, Mexico M4.3 98 km
Mar 5, 2007 11 km W of Benemérito de las Américas, Mexico M4.3 108 km
Jun 2, 2007 12 km ENE of Justo Sierra, Mexico M4.3 137 km
Mar 9, 2011 28 km S of San Carlos, Mexico M4.3 18 km
Mar 23, 2022 19 km W of Benemérito de las Américas, Mexico M4.3 103 km
May 2, 2007 9 km SSW of Frontera Corozal, Mexico M4.3 80 km
May 14, 1999 12 km S of Tenosique, Mexico M4.2 43 km
Mar 31, 2003 24 km SE of Nueva Palestina, Mexico M4.2 87 km
Aug 7, 2024 14 km SE of Tenosique, Mexico M4.2 29 km
Mar 20, 2007 3 km NW of El Mango, Mexico M4.2 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lisa (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 259 km
2020 Nana Category 1 300 km
2016 Earl Category 1 227 km
2012 Ernesto Category 1 263 km
2011 Nate Category 1 274 km
2010 Richard Category 2 195 km
2007 Dean Category 3 203 km
2001 Iris Category 4 285 km
1995 Roxanne Category 2 229 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 2.0 in Driest
April 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in
May 85°F (29°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 11.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 9.8 in
August 82°F (28°C) 10.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 14.1 in Wettest
October 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
November 78°F (25°C) 6.0 in
December 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in

El Palmar has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 74°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.1") and March the driest (2.0").

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Airports Near El Palmar

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balancan AirstripSmall Airport
Candelaria AirportSmall Airport
El Naranjo AirportSmall Airport
Los Bravos De Bonfil AirportSmall Airport
Mayorga AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Laguna Blanca, S.A. de C.V. AirportSmall Airport
Tenosique AirportSmall Airport
Xiquipilli AirportSmall Airport

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 El Palmar

What is the population of El Palmar?

El Palmar has a population of 681 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 136 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Palmar?

El Palmar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.8 inches.

How is the job market in El Palmar?

The job market in El Palmar is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 22 business establishments in the area.

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