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Tulum, Mexico
Quintana Roo · Mexico
Tulum is a small city in Quintana Roo, Mexico with a population of 18,233. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 18,233 |
| Population Density | 453 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.2117°, -87.4633° |
| Timezone | America/Cancun |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Quintana Roo |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.4 inches (1,205 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tulum
Tulum is a small city in Mexico (Quintana Roo) with a population of 18,233. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches. The timezone is America/Cancun.
Income: Tulum vs Mexico
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Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 583 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Tulum
Tulum has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1376 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 40.2 sq mi (104.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 453/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.2117°N, 87.4633°W |
| Timezone | America/Cancun |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 2.7 in |
Tulum has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.9") and March the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Tulum
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Estudios Científicos y Tecnológicos del Estado de Quintana Roo | College | - | , |
| Instituto de Capacitación para el Trabajo del Estado de Quintana Roo | College | - | , |
Schools in Tulum
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria Urbana Federal "Julio Ruelas" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Urbana Federal "Ford 198" | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Inglés Campus Tulum | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Ford 198 | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUTO VITTORIO MONTEVERDI | - | - | - | - |
| Telesecundaria Erick Paolo Martíne | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria General No. 15 Zamna | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Octaviano Solís Aguirre | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Estatal para la Educación de Jóvenes y Adultos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria "Gregorio Peréz Cauich" | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Estudios Trilingue "In Najil Xook Tulum" | - | - | - | - |
| Primaria Tulum | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Urbana Federal "Julio Ruelas" | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Estudios Trilingue "In Najil Xook Tulum" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tulum
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Tulum | - | AAC 192 kbps | |
| LOS40 Playa del Carmen - 96.1 FM - XHPPLY-FM - CJR Radio - Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo | 96.1 fm, américa | MP3 |
Museums in Tulum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great West Coast Museum | ||||
| Sfer ik |
Libraries in Tulum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Jacinto Pat" | 0.0 | |||||
| Hekab Be Biblioteca de Akumal | 0.0 |
Hotels in Tulum
126 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tulum
197 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tulum
45 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tulum
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Tulum
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Tulum
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tulum
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tulum
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tulum
20 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tulum
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tulum
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Tulum
9 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tulum
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cozumel International Airport | CZM | Large Airport |
| Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport Tulum | TQO | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo “Felipe Carrillo Puerto” | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Xcaret | - | Small Airport |
| Base Aeronaval de Tulum | TUY | Small Airport |
| Base No. 4 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (General Eduardo Aldasoro Suárez) | - | Small Airport |
| Capitán Eduardo A. Toledo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Playa del Carmen National Airport | PCM | Small Airport |
| Punta Pájaros Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tulum
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tulum
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa de Restarancion "El Buen Smaritano" | |
| Iglesia Peniel | |
| La Iglesia de Dios de la Profecia | |
| Santa madre de Guadalupe |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tulum
What is the population of Tulum?
Tulum has a population of 18,233 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 453 people per square mile, spread across 40.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tulum?
Tulum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches.
How is the job market in Tulum?
The job market in Tulum is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 583 business establishments in the area.