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Zavala, Mexico

Yucatán · Mexico

Zavala is a small town in Yucatán, Mexico with a population of 541. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

541 Population 351/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
43.7 in Annual Rain
America / Merida Timezone

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People

Population541
Density351/mi²

Economy

Unemployment0.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population541
Population Density351 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates20.6089°, -89.1156°
TimezoneAmerica/Merida
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceYucatán
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation43.7 inches (1,111 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zavala

Zavala is a small town in Mexico (Yucatán) with a population of 541. 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 43.7 inches. The timezone is America/Merida.

The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 17 business establishments.

Income: Zavala vs Mexico

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)17

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zavala 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 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above Mexico avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density351/sq mi
Coordinates20.6089°N, 89.1156°W
TimezoneAmerica/Merida

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 7.60"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.06"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 5 149 km
2024 Beryl Category 2 96 km
2021 Grace Category 1 178 km
2020 Delta Category 2 126 km
2020 Gamma Category 1 185 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 127 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 202 km
2007 Dean Category 5 186 km
2005 Emily Category 4 80 km
2005 Wilma Category 4 212 km
2002 Isidore Category 3 45 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 209 km
1995 Roxanne Category 3 79 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 70 km
1980 Allen Category 5 217 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 74°F (24°C) 1.1 in
March 78°F (25°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 81°F (27°C) 1.8 in
May 83°F (28°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 6.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.2 in
August 81°F (27°C) 6.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in
November 76°F (24°C) 2.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in

Zavala has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 73°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.6") and March the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Zavala

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centro de educación inicial indígena "María Montessori"
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Radio Stations near Zavala

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
103.1 Retro (Mérida) - 103.1 FM - XHPYM-FM - Cadena RASA - Mérida, Yucatán 103.1 fm, américa MP3
AMOR 100.1 (Mérida) - 100.1 FM - XHYU-FM - Grupo SIPSE Radio - Mérida, Yucatán 100.1 fm, amor MP3 96 kbps
+Azul Radio (Mérida) - Online - azulradio.org - Mérida, Yucatán américa, azul radio MP3 128 kbps
EXA FM 99.3 (Mérida) - 99.3 FM - XHMRA-FM - MVS Radio - Mérida, Yucatán 99.3 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps

Farmers Markets in Zavala

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Airports Near Zavala

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 Zavala

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia
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 Zavala

What is the population of Zavala?

Zavala has a population of 541 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 351 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zavala?

Zavala 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 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.

How is the job market in Zavala?

The job market in Zavala is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 17 business establishments in the area.

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