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Port of Ciudad del Carmen

MXCME🇲🇽Mexico

Port Location

About Port of Ciudad del Carmen

Also known as: El Carmen, Vado de Viga

Located on Carmen Island in the Laguna de Términos, Ciudad del Carmen serves as a key port on Mexico's Gulf coast. It facilitates maritime traffic within the lagoon and provides access to the Gulf of Mexico.

Background
Ciudad del Carmen or Carmen is a city in the southwest of the Mexican state of Campeche. Ciudad del Carmen is located at 18.63°N 91.83°W on the southwest of Carmen Island, which stands in the Laguna de Términos on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. As of 2010, Ciudad del Carmen had a population of 169,466, up from the 2005 census of 154,197.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1224m

Region

Subdivision
MX-CAM
Latitude
18.6333°
Longitude
-91.8333°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
8639604 →
Wikidata
Q991435 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.carmen.gob.mx →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
MXCME
Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1717

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ciudad del Carmen?+
The approach to Ciudad del Carmen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Atalaya Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the NW. Other aids include Chiltepec (3.8 NM W), Xicalango (3.8 NM W), Punta Del Tigre (21.3 NM ENE), Sabancuy (42.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Ciudad del Carmen on?+
The Port of Ciudad del Carmen is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in MX. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Ciudad del Carmen?+
You can track vessels near Ciudad del Carmen (MXCME) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for MXCME on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ciudad del Carmen?+
The Port of Ciudad del Carmen operates in the UTC-6 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.