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Espita, Mexico

Yucatán · Mexico

Espita is a small city in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 11,551. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

11,551 Population 4,813/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
52.2 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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People

Population11,551
Density4,813/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Population11,551
Population Density4,813 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates21.0106°, -88.3067°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceYucatán
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation52.2 inches (1,327 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Espita

Espita is a small city in Mexico (Yucatán) with a population of 11,551. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 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 52.2 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 370 business establishments.

Income: Espita vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)370

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Espita

Espita has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (29.9°C), the coldest is Dec (23.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1279 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.9°C / 75°F 14.6° / 33.2° 58.1
Feb 24.9°C / 77°F 15.1° / 35° 33.4
Mar 27.3°C / 81°F 16.6° / 37.6° 23.9
Apr 29.3°C / 85°F 19.1° / 39.5° 27.7
May 29.9°C / 86°F 22° / 39.4° 67.2
Jun 28.5°C / 83°F 23.1° / 37.1° 248.4
Jul 27.7°C / 82°F 23.3° / 33.6° 145.2
Aug 27.5°C / 81°F 23.3° / 33.1° 178.2
Sep 27.1°C / 81°F 22.6° / 32° 169.8
Oct 26.4°C / 80°F 20° / 32.3° 184.8
Nov 25.1°C / 77°F 18° / 31.8° 87.2
Dec 23.8°C / 75°F 15.6° / 32.3° 55.2
Espita 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 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 85 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 Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density4,813/sq mi
Coordinates21.0106°N, 88.3067°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.2"
37% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.31"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jan 12, 2015 Gulf of America M4.0 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 5 156 km
2024 Beryl Category 3 36 km
2024 Helene Category 1 208 km
2021 Grace Category 1 132 km
2020 Delta Category 2 56 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 62 km
2020 Gamma Category 1 131 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 246 km
2010 Paula Category 2 244 km
2009 Ida Category 2 239 km
2007 Dean Category 5 238 km
2005 Wilma Category 4 125 km
2005 Emily Category 4 56 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 90 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 208 km
1995 Roxanne Category 3 114 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 42 km
1980 Allen Category 5 139 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 1.6 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in Driest
April 80°F (26°C) 2.2 in
May 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 6.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 8.3 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 6.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 2.3 in
December 74°F (23°C) 2.3 in

Espita has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.3") and March the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Espita

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CECYTEY - - - -
Escuela Primaria Rafael Ramírez Castañeda - - - -
Escuela Secundaria Técnica Número 12 - - - -
Escuela Preescolar Tum ben há - - - -
Escuela Primaria Estado de Michoacán - - - -
Escuela de Educación Especial - - - -
Escuela Primaria Cecilio Chí - - - -
Escuela Preescolar Cecilio Chí - - - -
Escuela Preescolar Prudencio Patrón - - - -
Escuela Preescolar Rosario Castellanos - - - -
Escuela Primaria Manuela Olivares - - - -
Escuela Secundaria Dr. Fabián Vallado Escalante - - - -
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Radio Stations near Espita

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Candela (Tizimín) - 96.3 FM - XHUP-FM - Cadena RASA - Tizimín, Yucatán 96.3 fm, cadena rasa MP3
Candela (Tizimín) - 96.3 FM - XHUP-FM - Cadena RASA - Tizimín, YU 96.3, 96.3 fm MP3

Libraries in Espita

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Ramón Triay Cetina0.0

Farmers Markets in Espita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bazar Municipal "Benito Juárez"
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal de Dzitás
Mercado Municipal de Espita
Mercado Municipal de Tinum

Hotels in Espita

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Casa K’acaya
Cedros
Hacienda Kankabá
Posada Georgina
Posada San José

Restaurants in Espita

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Casona de los Cedros
Restaurante Bar Familiar El Campanario

Cafes in Espita

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Casa Eywa

Gas Stations in Espita

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gasolinera

Banks in Espita

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco del Bienestar

Airports Near Espita

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo de Chichen Itzá-Small Airport
Aeródromo de CupulTZMSmall Airport
Chichén Itzá International AirportCZASmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Espita

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla de la Virgen de Fátima
Capilla San Isidro
Iglesia Pentecostal Monte Oreb
La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehova

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 Espita

What is the population of Espita?

Espita has a population of 11,551 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 4,813 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Espita?

Espita 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 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.2 inches.

How is the job market in Espita?

The job market in Espita is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 370 business establishments in the area.

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