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Belize City, Belize
Belize District · Belize
Belize City is a mid-size city in Belize District, Belize with a population of 65,222. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Belize City
Belize City is the largest city in Belize. It was once the capital of the former British Honduras. According to the 2022 census, Belize City has a population of 63,999 people. It is at the mouth of the Haulover Creek, which is a distributary of the Belize River. The Belize River empties into the Caribbean Sea eight kilometres from Belize City on the Philip Goldson Highway on the coast of the Caribbean. The city is the country's principal port and its financial and industrial hub. The city was almost entirely destroyed in October 1961 when Hurricane Hattie swept ashore. It was the capital of British Honduras until the government was moved to the new capital of Belmopan in 1970.
People
Climate
| Population | 65,222 |
| Population Density | 4,737 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.4995°, -88.1976° |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
| Country | 🇧🇿 Belize |
| State / Province | Belize District |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.2 inches (1,911 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Belize City
Belize City is a mid-size city in Belize (Belize District) with a population of 65,222. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.2 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Climate in Belize City
Belize City has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jun (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1965 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 13.8 sq mi (35.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,737/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.4995°N, 88.1976°W |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 9.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.1 in |
Belize City has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 75.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.1") and April the driest (1.9").
Colleges & Universities in Belize City
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anglican Cathedral College | College | — | — |
| Central America Health Sciences Belize Medical College | College | — | — |
| Central America Health Sciences University | University | — | — |
| University of Belize (Education Campus) | University | — | — |
| University of the West Indies | University | — | — |
Schools in Belize City
52+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Ignatius Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bernice Yorke Institute of Learning | — | — | — | — |
| Bethel Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buttonwood Bay Nazarene Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Calvary Temple Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Central Christian Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ebenezer Methodist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ephesus SDA Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Grace Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Horizon Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Hummingbird Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| James Garbutt SDA School | — | — | — | — |
| Queen Street Baptist School | — | — | — | — |
| Belize High School | — | — | — | — |
| St. John's Anglican Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Joseph R. C. Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Institute for Technical Vocation Education & Training (ITVET) | — | — | — | — |
| Sadie Vernon Technical High School | — | — | — | — |
| Lloyd Coffin Pre-School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Mary's Anglican Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Stella Maris School | — | — | — | — |
| Canaan SDA High School | — | — | — | — |
| Excelsior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Belize Institute of Management (BIM) | — | — | — | — |
| Sunshine Preschool | — | — | — | — |
| Wesley Lower Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Canaan SDA High School | — | — | — | — |
| St. John's College | — | — | — | — |
| Edward P. York High School | — | — | — | — |
| Palotti High School | — | — | — | — |
| Trinity Methodist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Unity Presbyterian Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gwen Lizarraga High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sun Flower Preschool | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Redeemer Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Berince Yorke Institute of Learning | — | — | — | — |
| Nazarene High School | — | — | — | — |
| All Saints Anglican Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Buttonwood Bay Nazarene Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bethel Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Catherine's Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Port Loyola Preschool | — | — | — | — |
| St. John Vianney Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wesley Upper Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Queen's Square Anglican Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| University of Belize | — | — | — | — |
| Wesley College | — | — | — | — |
| Muslim Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Grace Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Martin de Porres Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Luke Methodist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Belize Elementary Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Belize City
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estéreo Solar 104.9 FM (GT) | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Belize City
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House of Culture | ||||
| Museum of Belize | ||||
| Old Belize Exhibit |
Libraries in Belize City
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Bradley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Port Loyola Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Turton Library Center National Library Service | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Belize City
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caye Caulker Craft Market | |||||
| Craft Market | |||||
| Fisherman's Co-op | |||||
| Michael Finnegan Market | |||||
| Pound Yard Market |
Hotels in Belize City
29 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Belize City
94 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Belize City
14 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Belize City
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Belize City
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Belize City
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Belize City
7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Belize City
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Belize City
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Belize City
25 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Belize City
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Belize City
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Belize City
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport | BZE | Large Airport |
| Caye Caulker Airport | CUK | Medium Airport |
| Caye Chapel Airport | CYC | Medium Airport |
| Dangriga Airport | DGA | Medium Airport |
| John Greif II Airport | SPR | Medium Airport |
| Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport | TZA | Medium Airport |
| Backlanding Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Belize Dive Haven Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| H.E Alfredo Martinez (Tower Hill) Airstrip | ORZ | Small Airport |
| Hector Silva Airstrip | BCV | Small Airport |
| Lighthouse Reef Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Melinda Airport | MDB | Small Airport |
| San Felipe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Belize City
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Belize Postal and Mail Service | |
| DHL Belize City | |
| ICBL | |
| Queen Square Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Belize City
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Belize Inspiration Center |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Belize City
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Belize City
48 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Church | |
| All Saints Parish Church | |
| Baptist Church | |
| Belize City Christian Fellowsip | |
| Bethan Baptist Church | |
| Bethel Assembly | |
| Centro Vision Misionero | |
| Church of Christ | |
| Divine Mercy Catholic Church | |
| Eagle's Nest International Church Belize | |
| Ebenezer Methodist Church of Belize | |
| Ebenezer Pentecostal Church | |
| Faber's Road Baptist Church | |
| First Assembly of God | |
| First Love Church | |
| Gospel Chapel | |
| Grace Primary Church | |
| Holy Oil Asssembly of God | |
| Holy Redeemer Cathedral | |
| Hope in Christ Ministries |
Quick Facts
Around Belize City
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Belize City
1 places within 15 km
- • Baron Bliss Lighthouse
🇧🇿 About Belize
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Belize City
Public Holidays in Belize
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Belize City?
Belize City has a population of 65,222 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 4,737 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Belize City?
Belize City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.2 inches.