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Carmelita, Belize
Orange Walk District · Belize
Carmelita is a small town in Orange Walk District, Belize with a population of 1,936. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Carmelita
Carmelita is a rapidly-expanding village in the Orange Walk District of the nation of Belize. According to the 2010 census, it had a population of 1,474 people. It lies along the New River. Carmelita has the country's only toll booth at the New River bridge on the Northern Highway where the village begins. Beside the bridge lies an access point for boat tours to the Maya historic site, Lamanai.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,936 |
| Population Density | 397 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.0131°, -88.5429° |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
| Country | 🇧🇿 Belize |
| State / Province | Orange Walk District |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.3 inches (1,456 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Carmelita
Carmelita is a small town in Belize (Orange Walk District) with a population of 1,936. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.3 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.4°F |
| 45% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 397/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0131°N, 88.5429°W |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 3.3 in |
Carmelita has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.9") and March the driest (1.3").
Schools in Carmelita
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shalom Mennonite School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Carmelita
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LATIDOS FM 89.7 (Chetumal) - 89.7 FM - XHLAR-FM - Luna Medios - Chetumal, Quintana Roo (MX) | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA LUPE 95.3 (Chetumal) - 95.3 FM - XHROO-FM - Multimedios Radio / Grupo SIPSE Radio - Chetumal, Quintana Roo (MX) | 95.3 fm, américa | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 104.9 FM (GT) | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| SOL STEREO 97.7 (Chetumal) - 97.7 FM - XHWO-FM - Grupo Sol Comunicaciones - Chetumal, Quintana Roo (MX) | 97.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 92.1 (Chetumal) - 92.1 FM - XHCCBQ-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chetumal, Quintana Roo (MX) | 92.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Carmelita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banquitas House of Culture | ||||
| Lamanai Museum |
Libraries in Carmelita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maskall Community Library Service | 0.0 | |||||
| San Jose San Pablo Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandy Hunter Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carmelita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Cairns Market | |||||
| Garcia's Vegetable Shop | |||||
| Garcia's Vegetable Shop |
Hotels in Carmelita
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Carmelita
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Carmelita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caribbean International Brewery Co. Ltd. |
Airports Near Carmelita
20 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 |
| Chetumal International Airport | CTM | Medium Airport |
| Corozal Airport | CZH | Medium Airport |
| John Greif II Airport | SPR | Medium Airport |
| Sartaneja Airport | SJX | Medium Airport |
| Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport | TZA | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Kohunlinch | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Xcalak | — | Small Airport |
| Backlanding Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chan Chich Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| H.E Alfredo Martinez (Tower Hill) Airstrip | ORZ | Small Airport |
| Hector Silva Airstrip | BCV | Small Airport |
| Johnny Chan Chen Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Manatee Airport | MZE | Small Airport |
| Pucte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Felipe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Cruz Airport | STU | Small Airport |
| Tres Leguas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carmelita
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Shalom Mennonite Church |
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What is the population of Carmelita?
Carmelita has a population of 1,936 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 397 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carmelita?
Carmelita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.3 inches.