San Ignacio Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
San Ignacio, Cayo, Belize, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 32°C (90°F). April is the warmest month at 35°C (95°F), while January is the coolest at 29°C (84°F).
With around 1148 mm (45 in) of annual rainfall, San Ignacio has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct dry season from February to March. The wettest month is September. The sunniest month is April, with 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in San Ignacio
The temperature in San Ignacio remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 35°C (95°F) in April. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C (84°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in April to 19°C (66°F) in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in San Ignacio
San Ignacio has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1148 mm (45 in) of rainfall annually. San Ignacio can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 170 mm (6.7 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 37 mm (1.5 in) of precipitation spread across 8 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our San Ignacio Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in San Ignacio
San Ignacio can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of April under a blue sky, with approximately 8.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.0 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
San Ignacio 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit San Ignacio
San Ignacio has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 29°C (84°F) to 35°C (95°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during January, February, March and April, when rainfall is at its lowest, making it a great time for sightseeing and exploring all the place has to offer.For a more comfortable experience, start your day early when the weather is cooler, or take advantage of the gentle breezes in the late afternoon.
The rainy season occurs during June and September, when the area experiences its heaviest rainfall. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
