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Benque Viejo el Carmen, Belize
Cayo District · Belize
Benque Viejo el Carmen is a small city in Cayo District, Belize with a population of 7,160. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Benque Viejo el Carmen
Benque Viejo del Carmen ("Benque") is the westernmost town in Belize, 130 km (81 mi) by road west and south of Belize City, at the Guatemalan border. San Ignacio lies 13 km to the east and Melchor de Mencos just across the border. The Mopan River runs along the town's north and west edges.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,160 |
| Population Density | 3,269 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.0750°, -89.1392° |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
| Country | 🇧🇿 Belize |
| State / Province | Cayo District |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.5 inches (1,815 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Benque Viejo el Carmen
Benque Viejo el Carmen is a small city in Belize (Cayo District) with a population of 7,160. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet (89 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.5 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.7°F |
| 42% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,269/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.0750°N, 89.1392°W |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in |
Benque Viejo el Carmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and April the driest (1.7").
Schools in Benque Viejo el Carmen
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mount Carmel Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Howard Smith Nazarene Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hills of Promise Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Benque Viejo el Carmen
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Benque Viejo el Carmen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belize Natural History Archive | ||||
| Benque House of Culture | ||||
| Cahal Pech Visitor Center | ||||
| Miniature Spanish Lookout Village | ||||
| Xunantunich Visitor's Center |
Libraries in Benque Viejo el Carmen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benque Viejo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| San Ignacio Public LIbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| The Rustic Li'l Porch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Benque Viejo el Carmen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Farmer's Market |
Hotels in Benque Viejo el Carmen
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Benque Viejo el Carmen
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Benque Viejo el Carmen
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Benque Viejo el Carmen
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Benque Viejo el Carmen
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Benque Viejo el Carmen
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Benque Viejo el Carmen
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Benque Viejo el Carmen
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Benque Viejo el Carmen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Benque Viejo el Carmen
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mundo Maya International Airport | FRS | Medium Airport |
| Big Creek Airport | BGK | Small Airport |
| Chan Chich Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Lagunas Airport | DON | Small Airport |
| Hector Silva Airstrip | BCV | Small Airport |
| Independence Airport | INB | Small Airport |
| Macanche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manatee Airport | MZE | Small Airport |
| Matthew Spain Airport | SQS | Small Airport |
| Poptún Airport | PON | Small Airport |
| Privassion Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Ignacio Town (Maya Flats) Airstrip | CYD | Small Airport |
| Uaxactun Airport | UAX | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Benque Viejo el Carmen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Benque Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Benque Viejo el Carmen
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblies of God | |
| El Calvario | |
| El Príncipe de Paz | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church | |
| Templo Evangélico Iglesia del Nazareno |
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What is the population of Benque Viejo el Carmen?
Benque Viejo el Carmen has a population of 7,160 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 3,269 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Benque Viejo el Carmen?
Benque Viejo el Carmen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.5 inches.