River Tube in Belize
The best time to visit Belize and to River Tube is from December to mid-April, this is the dry season. If you like to avoid the crowds we recommend visiting May and early June.
March in San Ignacio sees daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some rainfall is likely.
If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, January and December typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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Browse day-by-day weather records for San Ignacio spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 20 years of weather observations (2006-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in San Ignacio.
Find out more about the weather in Belize and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Belize in March →
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).
Warm but pleasant conditions in San Ignacio in March. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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River Tube in Belize
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