Belize City weather in August (Belize Province, Belize)

Planning a trip to Belize City in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Belize City generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 26°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Belize City in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 199 mm for the month. Typically around 18 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 240 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Belize City climate page with graphs.

 

Belize City, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 199 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Belize in August

Find out more about the weather in Belize in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Belize City in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Belize? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Belize. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.