Belize Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Belize maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Belize temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in May to a comfortable 28°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 22°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Belize experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1709 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Belize, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 249 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 47 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Belize Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Belize enjoys sunny spells year-round. April sees up to 8.6 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C in January to 29°C in September.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 84%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Belize in Belize
Belize has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 32°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Belize occurs in the months of June, July, August, September, October and November.
May has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 249 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 47 mm of precipitation.
April is the sunniest month with an average of 258 hours of sunshine.
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