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Chunox, Belize
Corozal District · Belize
Chunox is a small town in Corozal District, Belize with a population of 1,821. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Chunox
Chunox is a village located in the Corozal District of Belize, with a population of 1,143 people. It is primarily an agricultural community surrounded by sugar cane fields, and is located on the east bank of Laguna Seca. The official language is English, but most residents speak Spanish due to their Maya Mestizo ancestry. St. Viator Vocational High School serves the village. There are several Maya residential mound groups in Chunox from the Classic Period. Copper Bank, a fishing village, is situated across the lagoon from Chunox.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,821 |
| Population Density | 513 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2979°, -88.3575° |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
| Country | 🇧🇿 Belize |
| State / Province | Corozal District |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.0 inches (1,168 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chunox
Chunox is a small town in Belize (Corozal District) with a population of 1,821. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.0 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Climate in Chunox
Chunox has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.9°C), the coldest is Jan (24.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1327 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 513/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2979°N, 88.3575°W |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.6 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
Chunox has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 75°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.8") and March the driest (1.1").
Schools in Chunox
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Viator Vocational High School | — | — | — | — |
| Chunox R.C. School | — | — | — | — |
| Chunox SDA Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chunox
4 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 | |
| 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 Chunox
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banquitas House of Culture | ||||
| House of Culture | ||||
| Museo de la Cultura Maya | ||||
| Museo del Faro "Federico R. Alcérreca" | ||||
| Site Museum | ||||
| Teatro al aire libre yoo´k ol kab |
Libraries in Chunox
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Santiago Pacheco Cruz | 0.0 | |||||
| EDIFICIO H | 0.0 | |||||
| San Jose San Pablo Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandy Hunter Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sarteneja Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chunox
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Cairns Market | |||||
| Garcia's Vegetable Shop | |||||
| Garcia's Vegetable Shop |
Clinics in Chunox
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chunox
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chunox
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chunox
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Aeródromo Kohunlinch | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Mahahual | — | 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 |
| Johnny Chan Chen Airstrip | — | 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 Chunox
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Viva Esperanza Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Belize
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chunox
What is the population of Chunox?
Chunox has a population of 1,821 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 513 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chunox?
Chunox has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches.