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Champotón offers a tranquil, authentic Mexican coastal experience for expats seeking genuine immersion rather than an expat bubble. Here, life moves at a slower pace, centered around local culture and the Gulf of Mexico.
While generally safe and offering decent healthcare and transport options, be prepared for a less developed expat infrastructure. This charming town is ideal for those prioritizing a quiet, community-focused lifestyle over extensive international amenities or a large foreign community.
Population
26,636
Area
1,979 km²
Density
13 per km²
Founded
-
Language
Spanish
Distance to Coast
2 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Champotón
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Climate & Weather in Champotón
Champotón has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen As) with hot conditions year-round, a pronounced wet season in summer and a drier winter. Long-term climate data show average annual temperatures around 27-28°C, humidity in the mid-70% range, and annual rainfall around 1,000-1,300 mm, which fits a warm, humid coastal lowland climate.
Summer Average
29°C
Winter Average
24°C
Climate Type
Tropical savanna
Rainy Days
148
Sunny Days
245
Humidity
74%
Spring
March - May
26-33°C
Spring is hot and increasingly humid, with temperatures rising toward the late-spring peak. Rainfall is still limited in March and April but becomes more frequent by May.
Low rainfall
Summer
June - August
25-32°C
Summer is the wettest period, with frequent showers, higher cloud cover, and very muggy conditions. Even when it rains, temperatures remain warm and nights stay mild.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
24-30°C
Autumn remains warm and humid early in the season, then gradually becomes drier by November. Rainfall typically decreases after the peak wet months, especially toward late autumn.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
22-29°C
Winter is warm rather than cool, with drier, clearer weather and lower rainfall than in summer. Humidity remains noticeable, but this is generally the most comfortable season for outdoor activities.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Champotón
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Safety & Security in Champotón
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Mexico Avg
55
North America Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Champotón
Mexico Average
No city-specific data available — showing Mexico country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 87/100
No data for Champotón — showing hazard indicators from nearby Campeche (~56 km).
