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Cotton Tree, Belize
Cayo District · Belize
Cotton Tree is a small town in Cayo District, Belize with a population of 2,338. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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About Cotton Tree
Cotton Tree is a village in the Cayo District of central interior Belize. The village is situated 5km to the northeast of Belmopan along the Western Highway. The surrounding area is agricultural with the most frequent crops being citrus and banana. It is one of 192 municipalities administered at the village level in the country for census taking purposes.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,338 |
| Population Density | 185 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 194 ft (59 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.2736°, -88.7140° |
| 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 Cotton Tree
Cotton Tree is a small town in Belize (Cayo District) with a population of 2,338. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 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.
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 | 194 ft (59 m) |
| Area | 12.7 sq mi (32.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.2736°N, 88.7140°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 |
Cotton Tree 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").
Schools in Cotton Tree
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| More Tomorrow Government Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Joseph Roman Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Cotton Tree
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmopan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillside Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Heritage Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cotton Tree
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmopan Market Plaza | |||||
| Garden City Market | |||||
| Temporary Market Place |
Gas Stations in Cotton Tree
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cotton Tree
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cotton Tree
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 |
| John Greif II Airport | SPR | Medium Airport |
| Placencia Airport | PLJ | Medium Airport |
| Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport | TZA | Medium Airport |
| Backlanding Airport | — | 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cotton Tree
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lusyvida Family of God Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Cotton Tree?
Cotton Tree has a population of 2,338 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 185 people per square mile, spread across 12.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cotton Tree?
Cotton Tree 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.