Weather in May in Belize
Thinking about venturing to Belize this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Belize in May?
May in Belize generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in San Pedro at 29°C to very hot in Bullet Tree Falls at 35°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Bullet Tree Falls and 27°C in San Pedro. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Glovers Reef with an average of 86 mm to heavy rainfall in Monkey River Town with 170 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 255 hours of sunshine in San Pedro. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For specific regional insights in Belize for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Belize climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Belize?
San Pedro
In May San Pedro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Placencia Village
In May Placencia Village generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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San Ignacio
In May San Ignacio generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Caye Caulker
In May Caye Caulker generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Belize City
In May Belize City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Belize?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in San Pedro, May might be a good time to visit Belize.
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, September and October tend to be poor.
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