What is the weather like in Belize City in January?

Expect temperatures between 22°C and 26°C with 33% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Belize City in January?

Belize City in January scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Belize City in January?

January in Belize City is ideal for: Beach lovers, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Belize City Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

26°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

22°C

Coolest around day 16

Rainy Days

30days

33% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

26.7°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Belize City coastline

Belize City January Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Cloudy

26°C38%

Day 2

Cloudy

26°C38%

Day 3

Cloudy

26°C34%

Day 4

Cloudy

26°C32%

Day 5

Cloudy

26°C34%

Day 6

Cloudy

26°C37%

Day 7

Cloudy

26°C37%

Day 8

Cloudy

26°C38%

Day 9

Cloudy

26°C39%

Day 10

Cloudy

26°C37%

Day 11

Cloudy

26°C33%

Day 12

Cloudy

26°C33%

Day 13

Cloudy

26°C31%

Day 14

Cloudy

26°C32%

Day 15

Cloudy

26°C30%

Day 16

Cloudy

26°C28%

Day 17

Cloudy

26°C27%

Day 18

Cloudy

26°C30%

Day 19

Cloudy

26°C30%

Day 20

Cloudy

26°C30%

Day 21

Cloudy

26°C33%

Day 22

Cloudy

26°C34%

Day 23

Cloudy

26°C32%

Day 24

Cloudy

26°C31%

Day 25

Cloudy

26°C34%

Day 26

Cloudy

26°C37%

Day 27

Cloudy

26°C35%

Day 28

Cloudy

26°C33%

Day 29

Cloudy

26°C33%

Day 30

Cloudy

26°C31%

Day 31

Cloudy

26°C25%

Essential Travel Info for Belize City

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Currency

BZD

$ Belize dollar

Language

Belizean Creole

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Driving

Right side

Travel Intelligence

Exclusive flight analytics & health data for Belize City

Smart Flight Estimator

Airport-to-Airport Logistics

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

41/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Nov

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

105

Jun

Jul

106

Aug

Sep

Oct

111

Nov

104

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

San Francisco (SFO)

Plasensiya ()

Dangriga ()

Kay-Kolker ()

Punta-Gorda ()

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

8 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Belize.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Belize. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Belize.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are sometimes found in Belize.Rabies is also present in some terrestrial wildlife species.If rabies exposures occur while in Belize, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Belize City?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(66/100)

Short Answer

Ideal beach conditions in Belize City during January: 26.7°C turquoise waters, 26°C air, 33% rain. 0.6m calm waves suit families and swimmers alike.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Warm tropical seas

26.7°C sea temperature - Tropical Bath

Very high humidity

82% average humidity

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis), Dengue

Plenty of sunshine

9.3h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

74% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

🏖️
Beach lovers
26.7°C warm seas and 33% rain probability
📸
Photographers
9.3h sunshine, 51% clear skies for golden hour shots
🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
82% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Belize City in January averages 26°C with 33% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Belize City in January

What are the temperatures in Belize City in January?

Daytime highs average 26°C, nights drop to 22°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Belize City in January?

Expect around 30 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Belize City in January?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is January peak season in Belize City?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Belize City Weather in January

Sea Temperature in January

Belize City January Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Belize City

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Chikungunya

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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