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Temax, Mexico

Yucatán · Mexico

Temax is a small city in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 6,239. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,239 Population 3,000/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.4 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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About Temax

Temax

Temax Municipality is a municipality in the Mexican state of Yucatán containing 329.52 square kilometres (127.23 sq mi) of land and located roughly 80 kilometres (50 mi) northeast of the city of Mérida.

People

Population6,239
Density3,000/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.9%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population6,239
Population Density3,000 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates21.1506°, -88.9394°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceYucatán
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,052 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Temax

Temax is a small city in Mexico (Yucatán) with a population of 6,239. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 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 41.4 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 200 business establishments.

Income: Temax vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)200

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Temax 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 261 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 41.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

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 Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density3,000/sq mi
Coordinates21.1506°N, 88.9394°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.20"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.91"

Air Quality

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 5 102 km
2024 Beryl Category 2 92 km
2024 Helene Category 1 268 km
2021 Grace Category 1 190 km
2020 Delta Category 2 63 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 124 km
2020 Gamma Category 1 192 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 261 km
2009 Ida Category 2 295 km
2007 Dean Category 5 249 km
2005 Wilma Category 4 191 km
2005 Emily Category 4 17 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 41 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 247 km
1995 Roxanne Category 3 133 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 26 km
1980 Allen Category 5 154 km
1980 Jeanne Category 1 295 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 74°F (24°C) 1.3 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 1.1 in
May 83°F (28°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in
November 76°F (24°C) 1.8 in
December 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in

Temax has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 73°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.2") and March the driest (0.9").

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Museums in Temax

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

Libraries in Temax

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Izamal0.0
Biblioteca pública municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Temax

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Izamal
Mercado de Tixkochoh
Mercado municipal
Mercado Municipal De Dzidzantún
Mercado municipal de Dzilam de Bravo
Mercado municipal de Sinanché
Mercado municipal de Tekantó
Mercado municipal de Yobaín

Airports Near Temax

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Manuel Crescencio Rejón International AirportMIDLarge Airport
Aeródromo de Chichen Itzá-Small Airport
Base Nº8 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana-Small Airport
Chichén Itzá International AirportCZASmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Temax

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia

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 Temax

What is the population of Temax?

Temax has a population of 6,239 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 3,000 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Temax?

Temax 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 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.

How is the job market in Temax?

The job market in Temax is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 200 business establishments in the area.

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