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Chelem

City in Yucatán, Mexico

Overview

Chelem is a laid-back coastal village on the Yucatán Peninsula that offers tranquil beaches, delicious seafood, and a rustic atmosphere. It's a popular spot for both locals and expats looking for a slower pace, with opportunities for water activities and authentic experiences.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Mexico
State
Yucatán
Population
Time Zone
America/Mexico_City
Coordinates
21.27°, -89.74°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
60
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$1,115
Local Cost
$720
Local Income
$400
Cashless
35
English
30
Temperature
26.0°C
Summer Avg
27.8°C
Winter Avg
23.7°C
Record High
33.3°C
Record Low
17.9°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
679 mm
Internet Speed
112 Mbps
Upload
70 Mbps
Latency
17 ms
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
6
Walk Score
6
Footways
12.0
Airport
MID
Distance
39 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 68 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 45/100.

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