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Hopelchén, Mexico

Campeche · Mexico

Hopelchén is a small city in Campeche, Mexico with a population of 7,295. Elevation: 289 ft (88 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

7,295 Population 2/sq mi density
289 ft Elevation 88 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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About Hopelchén

Hopelchén is a city in the Mexican state of Campeche. It is situated inland in the north of the state. It serves as the municipal seat for the surrounding Hopelchén Municipality. In 2010, Hopelchén had a population of 7,295.

People

Population7,295
Density2/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.5%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Population7,295
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Coordinates19.7467°, -89.8444°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceCampeche
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,127 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hopelchén

Hopelchén is a small city in Mexico (Campeche) with a population of 7,295. The city sits at an elevation of 289 feet (88 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 233 business establishments.

Income: Hopelchén vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)233

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Hopelchén has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 289 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Area3,720.3 sq mi (9,635.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates19.7467°N, 89.8444°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.43"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.87"

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 M4.1 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 5 228 km
2024 Beryl Category 1 202 km
2022 Lisa Category 1 282 km
2021 Grace Category 1 248 km
2020 Delta Category 2 243 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 224 km
2020 Gamma Category 1 260 km
2016 Earl Category 1 279 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 138 km
2011 Nate Category 1 236 km
2010 Richard Category 2 270 km
2007 Dean Category 5 87 km
2005 Emily Category 4 199 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 67 km
2000 Keith Category 4 283 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 223 km
1995 Roxanne Category 3 17 km
1995 Opal Category 1 291 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 176 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 74°F (24°C) 0.9 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in
May 84°F (29°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 6.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.5 in
September 80°F (27°C) 8.4 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 5.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 2.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in

Hopelchén has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 73°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.4") and March the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Hopelchén

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
E.S.G.
Escuela Santa Fe
CECyTEC Plantel Hopelchén
C.E.B. Jeronimo Baqueiro Foster
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Farmers Markets in Hopelchén

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Hopelchén

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boulevard
Los Arcos

Restaurants in Hopelchén

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Camarón Feliz
Loncheria Mamá Hilda
Restaurante Xtacumbilxuna'an

Cafes in Hopelchén

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Michoacana

Theatres in Hopelchén

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Champal

Monuments in Hopelchén

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Campechana

Bus Stations in Hopelchén

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

autobuses
Sitio de Taxis
Sitio de Taxis Hopelchen-Campeche

Gas Stations in Hopelchén

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pemex

Airports Near Hopelchén

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ingeniero Alberto Acuña Ongay International AirportCPEMedium Airport
El Cayal AirportSmall Airport
La Laguna AirportSmall Airport
Nayarit AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Los Jabines AirportSmall Airport
San Jorge AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosa de Hopelchen AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hopelchén

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bhetel
Capilla
Lebensquelle Kirche
Living Hope Church
San Antonio

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 Hopelchén

What is the population of Hopelchén?

Hopelchén has a population of 7,295 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,720.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hopelchén?

Hopelchén has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches.

How is the job market in Hopelchén?

The job market in Hopelchén is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 233 business establishments in the area.

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