Belize weather in May (Belize)

Looking to travel to Belize in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Belize generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 32°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Belize in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. Typically around 8 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 255 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January and February typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Belize climate page with graphs.

 

Belize, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 25%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 255 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Belize in May

Find out more about the weather in Belize in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Belize in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Belize.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Belize? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Belize. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.