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Tunkás, Mexico
Yucatán · Mexico
Tunkás is a small town in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 2,828. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tunkás
Tunkás Municipality is a municipality in the Mexican state of Yucatán containing 514.79 square kilometres (198.76 sq mi) of land and located roughly 98 kilometres (61 mi) east of the city of Mérida.
People
Economy
Climate
| Population | 2,828 |
| Population Density | 2,668 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.9023°, -88.7514° |
| Timezone | America/Merida |
| Country | 🇲🇽 Mexico |
| State / Province | Yucatán |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.9 inches (1,190 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tunkás
Tunkás is a small town in Mexico (Yucatán) with a population of 2,828. 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 46.9 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.
Income: Tunkás vs Mexico
Commute Mode
Income
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below Mexico avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 90 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Mexico avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,668/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.9023°N, 88.7514°W |
| Timezone | America/Merida |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 2.1 in |
Tunkás has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 73°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.8") and March the driest (1.1").
Schools in Tunkás
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela primaria bilingüe "Emiliano Zapata" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela "Felipe Carrillo Puerto" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela CBTA # 284 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria "Francisco I. Madero" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria "Lázaro Cárdenas del Río" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria Técnica # 37 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tunkás
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tunkás
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Museo de Chichén Itzá |
Farmers Markets in Tunkás
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesanias "Balam" (Handcrafts ) | |||||
| Artesanias "Juquilita" (Handcrafts) | |||||
| Handcrafts | |||||
| Handcrafts "Manos Mexicanas" | |||||
| Handcrafts Oxxo's | |||||
| Handcrafts Yaax-Ha | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Dzitás |
Clinics in Tunkás
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tunkás
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo de Chichen Itzá | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Cupul | TZM | Small Airport |
| Chichén Itzá International Airport | CZA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tunkás
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de México |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tunkás
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla "Santa Barbara" | |
| Iglesia Santo Tomás de Apostol | |
| Templo "Apocento Alto" | |
| Templo Filadelfia |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Mexico
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tunkás
What is the population of Tunkás?
Tunkás has a population of 2,828 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 2,668 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tunkás?
Tunkás 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 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches.
How is the job market in Tunkás?
The job market in Tunkás is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 90 business establishments in the area.