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Maya Balam, Mexico

Quintana Roo · Mexico

Maya Balam is a small town in Quintana Roo, Mexico with a population of 2,018. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2,018 Population 417/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
44.7 in Annual Rain
America / Cancun Timezone

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People

Population2,018
Density417/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.4%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population2,018
Population Density417 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates18.9392°, -88.3997°
TimezoneAmerica/Cancun
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceQuintana Roo
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation44.7 inches (1,134 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Maya Balam

Maya Balam is a small town in Mexico (Quintana Roo) with a population of 2,018. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is America/Cancun.

The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Maya Balam vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Maya Balam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates18.9392°N, 88.3997°W
TimezoneAmerica/Cancun

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.7"
18% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.81"
Driest Month (Mar) 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 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 2 183 km
2022 Lisa Category 1 161 km
2021 Grace Category 1 160 km
2020 Delta Category 2 260 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 192 km
2020 Gamma Category 1 175 km
2020 Nana Category 1 238 km
2016 Earl Category 1 172 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 19 km
2011 Rina Category 2 183 km
2010 Richard Category 2 185 km
2010 Paula Category 2 254 km
2007 Dean Category 5 32 km
2005 Wilma Category 4 234 km
2005 Emily Category 4 184 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 197 km
2001 Iris Category 4 275 km
2000 Keith Category 4 123 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 69 km
1995 Roxanne Category 3 120 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in
March 77°F (25°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 1.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.3 in
August 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 3.3 in
December 74°F (24°C) 2.5 in

Maya Balam has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.8") and March the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Maya Balam

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
LATIDOS FM 89.7 (Chetumal) - 89.7 FM - XHLAR-FM - Luna Medios - Chetumal, Quintana Roo 89.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
LA LUPE 95.3 (Chetumal) - 95.3 FM - XHROO-FM - Multimedios Radio / Grupo SIPSE Radio - Chetumal, Quintana Roo 95.3 fm, américa AAC 128 kbps
SOL STEREO 97.7 (Chetumal) - 97.7 FM - XHWO-FM - Grupo Sol Comunicaciones - Chetumal, Quintana Roo 97.7 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
W RADIO 92.1 (Chetumal) - 92.1 FM - XHCCBQ-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chetumal, Quintana Roo 92.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Maya Balam

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chetumal International AirportCTMMedium Airport
Corozal AirportCZHMedium Airport
Sartaneja AirportSJXMedium Airport
Aeródromo “Felipe Carrillo Puerto”Small Airport
Aeródromo KohunlinchSmall Airport
Aeródromo MahahualSmall Airport
Aeródromo XcalakSmall Airport
Johnny Chan Chen AirstripSmall Airport
Pucte AirportSmall Airport
Santa Cruz AirportSTUSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Cancun

🇲🇽 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 Maya Balam

What is the population of Maya Balam?

Maya Balam has a population of 2,018 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 417 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Maya Balam?

Maya Balam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.

How is the job market in Maya Balam?

The job market in Maya Balam is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

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