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Belize Weather in March

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

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San Pedro Placencia Village San Ignacio Belize City

Are you planning a trip a to Belize in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Belize in March

March in Belize generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in San Pedro at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Bullet Tree Falls at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Bullet Tree Falls and 25°C (77°F) in San Pedro.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Belize, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Corozal with an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Monkey River Town with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. San Pedro enjoys about 240 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Belize by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Belize - and find the best time to visit. (based on San Pedro)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March28°C (82°F) April28°C (82°F) May29°C (84°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October29°C (84°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Belize in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Belize.

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Belize?

Temperature range in Belize (March)

Precipitation variation in Belize (March)

San Pedro

In March San Pedro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
240 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in San Pedro →

Placencia Village

In March Placencia Village generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
230 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Placencia Village →

San Ignacio

In March San Ignacio generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
245 hours
256 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
mixed
Climate in San Ignacio →

Caye Caulker

In March Caye Caulker generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
240 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Caye Caulker →

Belize City

In March Belize City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
240 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Belize City →

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In our records: Belize March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Belize in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest March night in Belize dropped to 3°C (37°F) in Placencia Village on March 30, 2023.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Pedro 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Placencia Village 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 77 mm (3 in)
San Ignacio 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Belize City 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Corozal 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Good Living Camp 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Belize weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Belize in March?

Expect excellent weather across Belize in March. The popular destination of San Pedro averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Belize in March?

Average temperatures in Belize during March range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in San Pedro.

Does Belize get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Belize. San Pedro averages only about 42 mm (1.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Belize?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Belize with overall excellent weather in San Pedro.

Generally speaking, February, March and April provide excellent weather in San Pedro. On the other hand, the weather in June, August, September and October tend to be less favorable.

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