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Above: Port
of Cozumel Island in the Caribbean. |
Cozumel Island, Caribbean
Cozumel belongs to the State of Quintana-Roo
(Q-Roo), Cozumel is a municuipality that consists of the island of
Cozumel and a piece of mainland that also belongs to the municipality..
Location: 36 miles South of Cancún.
Size: 243 sq miles (629 square km)
Population: 66,000
Language: Spanish
Climate: The average daily air temperature on Cozumel
is 80 degrees (27°C). In July/August, the highs range from the
upper 80s to the low 90s. (32°C) In December and January, the
daytime temperatures average in the mid-70s.(24° C.)Winter Months:
Cold fronts may create windy, cloudy and cooler weather. Afternoon
thunderstorms are common, usually lasting for an hour.
Currency: Pesos Mexicanos
Tourism info: Call at (987) 872 7585
Getting there from Miami: Cozumel is located 368
miles (319 km) from Miami, FL. The easiest way to visit the Island
is to fly.
Attractions
The leeward west side of the island
is populated, containing the vast majority of activities; diving is
at the south end, drifting to the north; ruins of Mayan temples, as
well as the museum (Museo de Cozumel) in downtown San Miguel.
See a birds eye view of the region with our Google Caribbean
Map.
Getting around
Driving is on the right, as it is in the
United States, and rental cars, taxis, bicycles and mopeds are also
available. An International Driver's License is not required, and
Mexico recognizes the license that was issued by your state or province.
Check Dates & Prices for Caribbean
Cruises.
United State diplomatic representation
Consulate of Mexico
1911 Pennsylvania AV, NW, Washington D.C. 20006
Phone: (202) 728 1600
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