Climate of Belize, Belize
Area-weighted average across Belize. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Belize, a subdivision of Belize, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 23.4°C / 74.1°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in May, with rainfall from 47 mm / 1.9 in to 253 mm / 10 in depending on the season (1844 mm / 72.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.4°C74.1°F | 111 mm4.4″ | Tropical |
| February | 24.1°C75.4°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| March | 25.3°C77.5°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| April | 26.8°C80.2°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 27.7°C81.9°F | 104 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| June | 27.7°C81.9°F | 240 mm9.4″ | Tropical |
| July | 27.3°C81.1°F | 246 mm9.7″ | Tropical |
| August | 27.5°C81.5°F | 191 mm7.5″ | Tropical |
| September | 27.4°C81.3°F | 253 mm10″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.4°C79.5°F | 225 mm8.9″ | Tropical |
| November | 24.8°C76.6°F | 172 mm6.8″ | Tropical |
| December | 23.9°C75°F | 141 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Belize?
Belize, Belize does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is May at 27.7°C / 81.9°F, and the driest is April at 47 mm / 1.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Belize?
Belize, Belize has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 23.4°C / 74.1°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 1844 mm / 72.6 in, with the wettest month being September (253 mm / 10 in) and the driest April (47 mm / 1.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Belize?
The hottest month in Belize is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.7°C / 81.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Belize?
The coldest month in Belize is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.4°C / 74.1°F.
When does it rain most in Belize?
The wettest month in Belize is September, averaging about 253 mm / 10 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 47 mm / 1.9 in.