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Overview

Escárcega (full name Francisco Escárcega) is a small city of 31,000 people (2020) in the state of Campeche, at an important junction between Mexico's Federal highways 261 and 186. The route between Escarcega and Chetuma

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Coordinates

18.61, -90.73

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A Quiet Railway Hub

Escárcega’s identity is anchored by its position at the crossroads of Federal Highways 251 and 186 and the rail line from Coatzacoalcos to Campeche. For travellers, this means accessibility without the bustle of a major metropolis. The railway station, still in use, offers a practical link for regional bus services and occasional freight trains, allowing visitors to transfer seamlessly between road and rail. While the city itself remains modest, the intersection of transport routes gives it an understated logistical significance, useful for itineraries that include inland towns or the nearby Maya ruins. The quiet movement of goods and people through Escárcega shapes a daily rhythm that contrasts sharply with the vibrant ports of coastal Campeche.

The Hierarchy of Local Towns

Within the municipality, Escárcega administers a patchwork of smaller communities, the most notable being División del Norte. Understanding this hierarchy provides context for exploring the region. While the city centre offers basic amenities and administrative buildings, the surrounding villages boast distinctive agricultural practices and traditional markets that reflect the local labour force’s relationship with the landscape. A deliberate excursion into these outlying areas reveals market stalls with freshly pressed cacao, opportunities to observe artisanal weaving, or simply a glimpse into the rhythms of rural Campeche. For those wishing to avoid the typical tourist trail, a visit to one of these peripheral towns offers an authentic snapshot of daily life.

Timing Your Arrival

Although Escárcega’s climatic conditions mirror those of much of central Campeche, its tropical lowland weather means temperatures remain warm year‑round, with a brief period of higher rainfall mid‑year. Planning a visit outside the peak rainy season (June to September) can reduce the likelihood of travel disruptions caused by heavy downpours, especially on the Federal Highways that interconnect the city. Additionally, a weekend trip offers the convenience of exploring both the municipal centre and surrounding villages with a compact schedule, as public transport timetables are less dense during weekdays.

Introduction

City in the Mexican state of Campeche For the municipality, see Escárcega Municipality. For the station, see Escárcega railway station. Place in Campeche, MexicoEscárcegaEscárcegaShow map of CampecheEscárcegaShow map of MexicoCoordinates: 18°36′24″N 90°44′04″W / 18.60667°N 90.73444°W / 18.60667; -90.73444Country MexicoStateCampecheMunicipalityEscárcegaEjido5 July 1939Town status1956City status19 July 1990Elevation85 m (279 ft)Population (2010) • Total29,477Time zoneUTC−6 (Central)Postal code24350Area code982 Escárcega (Spanish pronunciation: [esˈkaɾseɣa]) is a small city in the Mexican state of Campeche, located at 18°37′N 90°44′W / 18.62°N 90.74°W / 18.62; -90.74 in the central part of the state. As of 2010, the city of Escárcega had a population of 29,477. The city serves as the administrative centre for the surrounding municipality of the same name, which includes the city and its hinterland. In 2010 the population of Escárcega municipality was 54,184. Its area is 4,569.64 km2 (1,764.35 sq mi), which includes many smaller outlying communities, the largest of which is called División del Norte. Escárcega is at the junction of Federal Highways 251 and 186, and is crossed by the railway that runs from Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, to Campeche, Campeche. It is a new city that grew up in the 20th century with the arrival of the railways and roads. It is named after Francisco Escárcega, a native of Tlaxcala who fought in the Mexican Revolution and oversaw the construction of much of the rail network in the country's southeast.

Geography

[edit] Climate[edit] Climate data for Escárcega (1991–2020) Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year Record high °C (°F) 40.0(104.0) 39.0(102.2) 44.0(111.2) 44.0(111.2) 44.0(111.2) 42.0(107.6) 42.5(108.5) 40.0(104.0) 40.0(104.0) 39.5(103.1) 38.0(100.4) 38.0(100.4) 44.0(111.2) Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 29.1(84.4) 31.7(89.1) 34.6(94.3) 37.6(99.7) 38.1(100.6) 36.1(97.0) 35.9(96.6) 35.2(95.4) 34.2(93.6) 31.9(89.4) 30.2(86.4) 29.1(84.4) 33.6(92.5) Daily mean °C (°F) 23.3(73.9) 25.1(77.2) 27.1(80.8) 29.5(85.1) 30.3(86.5) 29.3(84.7) 28.9(84.0) 28.5(83.3) 27.8(82.0) 26.2(79.2) 24.8(76.6) 23.7(74.7) 27.0(80.6) Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 17.4(63.3) 18.5(65.3) 19.6(67.3) 21.4(70.5) 22.5(72.5) 22.5(72.5) 22.0(71.6) 21.8(71.2) 21.5(70.7) 20.5(68.9) 19.4(66.9) 18.2(64.8) 20.4(68.7) Record low °C (°F) 4.0(39.2) 5.0(41.0) 7.0(44.6) 9.5(49.1) 13.0(55.4) 13.0(55.4) 16.0(60.8) 15.0(59.0) 15.0(59.0) 10.0(50.0) 8.0(46.4) 6.0(42.8) 4.0(39.2) Average precipitation mm (inches) 37.3(1.47) 31.6(1.24) 16.2(0.64) 35.2(1.39) 93.5(3.68) 250.0(9.84) 175.9(6.93) 269.2(10.60) 306.0(12.05) 212.4(8.36) 85.2(3.35) 44.7(1.76) 1,557.3(61.31) Average precipitation days (≥ 0.1 mm) 7.0 4.1 3.0 3.3 7.1 15.9 16.5 20.2 19.4 15.7 8.7 6.9 127.8 Source: Servicio Meteorológico National