Geography of Belize
Geography of Belize: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Belize
Guatemala is 215 mi to the south-west, Tulum is 221 mi to the north, Tulum Beach is 221 mi to the north and Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza is 238 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 17°15′3.6″N 88°45′32.4″W (17.251, -88.759)
Quick facts about Belize
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 17°15′3.6″N 88°45′32.4″W (17.251, -88.759) |
| Capital | Belmopan |
| Population | 410.000 |
| Area | 8.867 sq mi |
| ISO code | BZ |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | BLZ |
| Currency | Belize dollar (BZD) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +501 |
| Time zone | America/Belize |
| Local time | 11:40 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | February, March, April and May |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
Belize is a country in North America. Belize is a country in North America with its capital at Belmopan. It has a population of about 410.000. The capital is Belmopan.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Belize with overcast. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 75°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 93%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Belize is February, March, April and May. The climate is tropical. October, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. May is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 67°F.
The closest major airport is Cancun International Airport (CUN), about 289 mi away. Nearby highlights include Tulum Beach, Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza, Chichen Itza and Lake Atitlan.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with the 90°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Belize today at 9.6/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Belize month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82° | 68° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 83° | 67° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 89° | 71° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 90° | 72° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 94° | 77° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 90° | 76° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 88° | 74° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 90° | 74° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 91° | 75° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 88° | 73° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 83° | 70° | 11,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 81° | 69° | 7,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Belize?
Belize is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 17.251, -88.759. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Belize right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Belize?
February, March, April and May offer the most comfortable conditions in Belize, which has a tropical climate. October, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Belize in?
Belize observes America/Belize (UTC-06:00). The local time is 11:40 AM.
How many people live in Belize?
Belize has a population of approximately 410.000.
What is the nearest airport to Belize?
The closest airports are Cancun International Airport (CUN), 289 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Belize?
Popular options include Tulum Beach, Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza, Chichen Itza and Lake Atitlan.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 11:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
