Belize Weather & Climate 2026

Am Tropical Monsoon

Monthly climate averages for Belmopan. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

January February March April May June July August September October November December

Climate Overview

Belize experiences average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 18 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.

Drier season: Jan–Dec Wetter season: Jun–Sep

At-a-Glance Climate Summary

Jan 6.5/10 Feb 6.7/10 Mar 5.6/10 Apr 4.2/10 May 2.1/10 Jun 1/10 Jul 1.2/10 Aug 1.1/10 Sep 1/10 Oct 2/10 Nov 3.6/10 Dec 5.7/10

Key figures

Climate Score
3.4/10
Best: January, February, March, December
UV Index
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Low
Temperature 31°C / 23°C
Feels Like 37°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 110 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 83%
Wind Speed 13 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
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Hottest Month
34°C
May
Avg Low25°C
Rain12days
Coldest Month
21°C
December
Avg High28°C
Rain19days
Driest Month
9days
April
Avg High33°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
April (Gusts 40)

Worst Time to Visit

Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:22
Daylight 13.2h
Sunset 18:32

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City forecasts

14-day forecasts for major cities in Belize

Weather changes by city, coast, elevation, and region. Use these live previews for populated places in Belize, then open a city page for the full forecast.

Belmopan

Population: 13.4K

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Belize City

Population: 65.2K

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San Pedro

Population: 17.4K

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Orange Walk

Population: 15.3K

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San Ignacio

Population: 12.6K

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Dangriga

Population: 9.9K

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Seasonal Breakdown

Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 10 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 21 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 16 days/mo
3/3 best months

Based on historical averages (2016–2025)

Monthly Temperatures

42°C 36°C 30°C 24°C 18°C 12°C JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.

Monthly Rainfall

0 mm 39 mm 78 mm 117 mm 156 mm 195 mm JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Rainfall

Monthly Humidity

0% 25% 50% 75% 100% JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Monthly Wind Speed

0 10 20 30 40 50 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Wind SpeedGusts

Sunshine

0 3 6 9 12 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Monthly Daylight Hours

15h 13h 11h JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Monthly Dew Point & Comfort

32°C 28°C 24°C 20°C 16°C 12°C 8°C 4°C 0°C -4°C JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy

Month-by-Month Weather Table

January best
Good
Temp
29°C / 21°C
Feels Like
33°C / 24°C
Rain
16days (77 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
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February best
Good
Temp
30°C / 21°C
Feels Like
34°C / 24°C
Rain
12days (49 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
82% Humid
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March best
Fair
Temp
32°C / 23°C
Feels Like
36°C / 26°C
Rain
10days (45 mm) Wet
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
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April
Poor
Temp
33°C / 24°C
Feels Like
38°C / 28°C
Rain
9days (38 mm) Wet
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
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May
Poor
Temp
34°C / 25°C
Feels Like
40°C / 30°C
Rain
12days (66 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
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June
Wet
Temp
33°C / 25°C
Feels Like
39°C / 30°C
Rain
24days (167 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
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July
Wet
Temp
32°C / 25°C
Feels Like
38°C / 30°C
Rain
25days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
83% Humid
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August
Wet
Temp
33°C / 24°C
Feels Like
39°C / 30°C
Rain
25days (139 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
83% Humid
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September
Wet
Temp
33°C / 24°C
Feels Like
39°C / 30°C
Rain
24days (152 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
84% Humid
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October
Wet
Temp
32°C / 24°C
Feels Like
38°C / 28°C
Rain
19days (137 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
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November
Wet
Temp
29°C / 22°C
Feels Like
34°C / 26°C
Rain
19days (222 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
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December best
Wet
Temp
28°C / 21°C
Feels Like
33°C / 24°C
Rain
19days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity Status
January best 29°C / 21°C 33°C / 24°C 16days (77 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 87% Very Muggy Good View Details
February best 30°C / 21°C 34°C / 24°C 12days (49 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 82% Humid Good View Details
March best 32°C / 23°C 36°C / 26°C 10days (45 mm) Wet 11.2h Excellent 79% Humid Fair View Details
April 33°C / 24°C 38°C / 28°C 9days (38 mm) Wet 11.6h Excellent 76% Humid Poor View Details
May 34°C / 25°C 40°C / 30°C 12days (66 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 77% Humid Poor View Details
June 33°C / 25°C 39°C / 30°C 24days (167 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 82% Humid Wet View Details
July 32°C / 25°C 38°C / 30°C 25days (129 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 83% Humid Wet View Details
August 33°C / 24°C 39°C / 30°C 25days (139 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 83% Humid Wet View Details
September 33°C / 24°C 39°C / 30°C 24days (152 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 84% Humid Wet View Details
October 32°C / 24°C 38°C / 28°C 19days (137 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 83% Humid Wet View Details
November 29°C / 22°C 34°C / 26°C 19days (222 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 87% Very Muggy Wet View Details
December best 28°C / 21°C 33°C / 24°C 19days (96 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 88% Very Muggy Wet View Details

Best Time to Visit Belize (2026)

Frequently Asked Questions

The best months to visit Belize are January, February, March, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Belmopan, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Belize is May, with average daytime highs of 34°C (93°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Belize is December, with average overnight lows of 21°C (69°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Belize is November, averaging 222mm of precipitation across 19 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Belize runs through July, August, June, September, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Belmopan.
Belize receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Belmopan.
The least favorable months to visit Belize are June, July, August, September, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, December instead.
Average humidity in Belize is 83%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Belize are 13 km/h (8 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 40 km/h / 25 mph).
Belize averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 59%. The clearest skies occur in March.
The annual average dew point in Belize is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Belize has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Belize ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 37°C (99°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Belize, with a climate score of 1/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Belize, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 33°C (91°F) and 24 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.

Data Source

Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.

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