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Belmopan, Belize
Cayo District · Belize
Belmopan is a small city in Cayo District, Belize with a population of 13,381. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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About Belmopan
Belmopan is the capital city of Belize. Its population in 2022 was 20,754. Belmopan is the smallest capital city in the continental Americas and the second-largest settlement in Belize, behind the former capital Belize City. Founded as a planned community in 1970, it is one of the newest national capital cities in the world. Since 2000, Belmopan has been one of two settlements in Belize to hold official city status, along with Belize City.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,381 |
| Population Density | 1,057 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.2538°, -88.7640° |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
| Country | 🇧🇿 Belize |
| State / Province | Cayo District |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.2 inches (1,859 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Belmopan
Belmopan is a small city in Belize (Cayo District) with a population of 13,381. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.2 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Climate in Belmopan
Belmopan has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (29.5°C), the coldest is Dec (23.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1872 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.7°F |
| 44% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 203 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 12.7 sq mi (32.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,057/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.2538°N, 88.7640°W |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 5.8 in |
Belmopan has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 73.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and April the driest (1.8").
Colleges & Universities in Belmopan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galen University | University | — | — |
| University of Belize | University | — | Visit → |
| University of Belize, Central Farm Campus | University | — | — |
Schools in Belmopan
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Martin's Government School | — | — | — | — |
| Garden City Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kuxlin Ha Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Belmopan Comprehensive School | — | — | — | — |
| United Evergreen Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Our Lady of Guadalupe R.C. Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Belmopan Methodist High School | — | — | — | — |
| Our Lady of Guadalupe High School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Michael’s R. C. School | — | — | — | — |
| El Shaddai SDA Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Belmopan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Belmopan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmopan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillside Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Rustic Li'l Porch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Belmopan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmopan Market Plaza | |||||
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Garden City Market | |||||
| Temporary Market Place |
Hotels in Belmopan
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Belmopan
35 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Belmopan
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Belmopan
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Belmopan
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Belmopan
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Belmopan
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Belmopan
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Belmopan
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Belmopan
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Belmopan
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Belmopan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Belmopan
19 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 |
| Placencia Airport | PLJ | Medium Airport |
| Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport | TZA | Medium Airport |
| Backlanding Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Big Creek Airport | BGK | Small Airport |
| Chan Chich Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hector Silva Airstrip | BCV | Small Airport |
| Independence Airport | INB | Small Airport |
| Manatee Airport | MZE | Small Airport |
| Matthew Spain Airport | SQS | Small Airport |
| Melinda Airport | MDB | Small Airport |
| Privassion Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Felipe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Ignacio Town (Maya Flats) Airstrip | CYD | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Airport | SVK | Small Airport |
| Tres Leguas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Belmopan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL Belmopan |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Belmopan
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Belmopan Baptist Church | |
| First Missionary Baptist Church | |
| Full Gospel Church of God of Belmopan | |
| Garden City Church of Christ | |
| Hallelujah World Mission Church | |
| Holiness Christian Mission Church | |
| Iglesia Familia de Dios | |
| Iglesia Nazareno | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Maya Mopan Church SDA | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Our Lady of Guadalupe Cathedral | |
| San Miguel Arcángel Catholic Church | |
| UPCI Church |
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What is the population of Belmopan?
Belmopan has a population of 13,381 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 1,057 people per square mile, spread across 12.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Belmopan?
Belmopan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.2 inches.