Cockscomb basin wildlife sanctuary
The Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the south of Belize and is said to be the best place on earth to encounter a jaguar. Something you migh want to add to your bucket list.
When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Tropical Park, Belize Province, Belize. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
While the amount of sunshine in Tropical Park changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2569 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in April and a subtle dip in September.
This means you can enjoy 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 / rainier time of the year.
Tropical Park enjoys an average of 2569 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.
In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
October, Tropical Park’s wettest month, receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Tropical Park Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tropical Park - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Water Temp
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Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Cockscomb basin wildlife sanctuary
The Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the south of Belize and is said to be the best place on earth to encounter a jaguar. Something you migh want to add to your bucket list.
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River Tube in Belize
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