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About Akumal

Akumal, Mexico is a peaceful beach town on the Riviera Maya, great for digital nomads who want a relaxed, tropical base 🌴. You’ll find beautiful beaches, good access to nearby coworking spots in Tulum and Playa del Carmen, and a slower pace for focused work ☕️. Best for remote workers who value nature, snorkeling, and a laid-back lifestyle over big-city buzz.

Through the year

Best in January (67) · now 62
0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan: 66 mm Feb: 49 mm Mar: 40 mm Apr: 46 mm May: 75 mm Jun: 239 mm Jul: 95 mm Aug: 132 mm Sep: 150 mm Oct: 125 mm Nov: 93 mm Dec: 70 mm Jan: 27°C / 21°C Feb: 28°C / 22°C Mar: 29°C / 23°C Apr: 30°C / 24°C May: 31°C / 25°C Jun: 31°C / 25°C Jul: 32°C / 26°C Aug: 32°C / 25°C Sep: 31°C / 25°C Oct: 31°C / 24°C Nov: 29°C / 22°C Dec: 28°C / 22°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 5.9
Internet Speed 6.6
Digital Nomad Popularity 3.7
Safety 7.0
Accommodation Cost 4.9
Weather 7.1
Nomad Friendly 5.4
Female Friendly 6.7
Updated 4 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Akumal
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $458.34 per month
Beer $2.01 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $6.88 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $34.38 per month
Mobile Plan $14.32 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $37.24 per month
Coworking Space $200.52 per month
Coffee $2.58 per cup

Other cities in Mexico

Other cities in Mexico
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Mexico City $3,317 7.2 Compare
2 Guadalajara $2,506 7.0 Compare
3 Mérida $2,831 7.0 Compare
4 Playa del Carmen $3,267 6.9 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Valladolid MX Mexico $1,774 6.3 Compare
2 Playa del Carmen MX Mexico $3,267 6.9 Compare
3 Tulum MX Mexico $3,731 6.2 Compare
4 Cancún MX Mexico $2,945 6.7 Compare

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