San Ignacio

Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize in May.

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Thinking about venturing to the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, 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 to Expect in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in May

The Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize is a region in Belize. May in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in San Ignacio. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in San Ignacio with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to high rainfall in San Antonio with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, San Ignacio gets approximately 250 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve.

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 the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize?

Temperature range in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve (May)

Precipitation variation in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve (May)

San Ignacio

In May San Ignacio generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
256 hours
250 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in San Ignacio →

San Antonio

In May San Antonio generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
256 hours
250 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in San Antonio →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, in Belize.

In our records: Belize May extremes

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

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Ignacio 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
San Antonio 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 101 mm (4 in)

The Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize in May?

In May, the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize generally has poor weather conditions. San Ignacio sees daytime temperatures near 35°C (95°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize in May?

In San Ignacio, the average daytime high in May is 35°C (95°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize. San Ignacio averages only about 96 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in San Ignacio, May may not be the ideal time to visit the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize.

On average, the best time to visit the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, Belize is in January and December with generally perfect weather in San Ignacio. The weather in April, May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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