Belize

Belize Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Belize in January.

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San Pedro Placencia Village San Ignacio Belize City

Planning a getaway to Belize this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Belize in January

January in Belize generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 27°C (81°F) in Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary to 30°C (86°F) in Orange Walk. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Orange Walk and 19°C (66°F) in Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary . On average, January is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in San Pedro.

For specific regional insights in Belize, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Benque Viejo del Carmen with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to high rainfall in Monkey River Town with 153 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, San Pedro gets approximately 200 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Belize in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Belize

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Belize?

Temperature range in Belize (January)

Precipitation variation in Belize (January)

San Pedro

In January San Pedro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
200 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in San Pedro →

Placencia Village

In January Placencia Village generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
200 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Placencia Village →

San Ignacio

In January San Ignacio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
171 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in San Ignacio →

Caye Caulker

In January Caye Caulker generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
200 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Caye Caulker →

Belize City

In January Belize City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
200 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Belize City →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Belize in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Pedro 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Placencia Village 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
San Ignacio 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Belize City 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Corozal 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Good Living Camp 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

Belize weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Belize in January?

Belize typically experiences pleasant weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in San Pedro average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Belize in January?

Daytime temperatures in San Pedro peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in January, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Belize get a lot of rain in January?

Belize sees substantial rainfall in January. San Pedro typically averages about 106 mm (4.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Belize?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Belize with overall pleasant weather in San Pedro.

On average, the best time to visit Belize is in February, March and April with generally perfect weather in San Pedro. On the other hand, the weather in June, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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