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Kantunil, Mexico

Yucatán · Mexico

Kantunil is a small town in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 3,491. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

3,491 Population 801/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
40.2 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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People

Population3,491
Density801/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population3,491
Population Density801 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates20.7968°, -89.0354°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceYucatán
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation40.2 inches (1,021 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kantunil

Kantunil is a small town in Mexico (Yucatán) with a population of 3,491. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 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 40.2 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 112 business establishments.

Income: Kantunil vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)112

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Kantunil 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 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density801/sq mi
Coordinates20.7968°N, 89.0354°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.2"
6% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.13"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.83"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 5 132 km
2024 Beryl Category 2 88 km
2024 Helene Category 1 287 km
2021 Grace Category 1 178 km
2020 Delta Category 2 103 km
2020 Gamma Category 1 183 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 120 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 222 km
2007 Dean Category 5 208 km
2005 Emily Category 4 58 km
2005 Wilma Category 4 201 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 44 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 220 km
1995 Roxanne Category 3 100 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 49 km
1980 Allen Category 5 195 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 1.4 in
May 83°F (28°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 5.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 4.3 in
November 76°F (24°C) 1.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.6 in

Kantunil has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 73°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.1") and March the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Kantunil

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria "Felipe Carrilo Puerto"/USAER No. 21
COBAY
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Museums in Kantunil

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Comunitario Itzmal Kauil
Museo de arte creativo
Museo de Artesanías

Libraries in Kantunil

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Izamal0.0

Farmers Markets in Kantunil

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Izamal
Mercado de Tixkochoh
Mercado municipal de Cacalchén
Mercado municipal de Hoctún
Mercado municipal de Tekantó
Mercado municipal de Yaxcabá

Airports Near Kantunil

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Manuel Crescencio Rejón International AirportMIDLarge Airport
Aeródromo de Chichen ItzáSmall Airport
Base Nº8 de la Fuerza Aérea MexicanaSmall Airport
Chichén Itzá International AirportCZASmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kantunil

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová

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 Kantunil

What is the population of Kantunil?

Kantunil has a population of 3,491 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 801 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kantunil?

Kantunil 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 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches.

How is the job market in Kantunil?

The job market in Kantunil is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 112 business establishments in the area.

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