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Georgetown, Belize
Southern District · Belize
Georgetown is a small town in Southern District, Belize with a population of 659. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Georgetown
Georgetown est un village du district de Stann Creek, au Belize.
People
Climate
| Population | 659 |
| Population Density | 98 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.6532°, -88.5078° |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
| Country | 🇧🇿 Belize |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.1 inches (2,338 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Georgetown
Georgetown is a small town in Belize (Southern District) with a population of 659. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.1 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.9°F |
| 44% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 170 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 98/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.6532°N, 88.5078°W |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1856 | BAY OF HONDURAS | Eruption + Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 91 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (183 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | Warmest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 12.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 7.5 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 6.1 in |
Georgetown has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 92.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.4") and April the driest (2.1").
Schools in Georgetown
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Technical High School | — | — | — | — |
| Richard Quinn RC School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Georgetown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miss Berties Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Georgetown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Georgetown
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Georgetown
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dangriga Airport | DGA | Medium Airport |
| Placencia Airport | PLJ | Medium Airport |
| Belize Dive Haven Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Big Creek Airport | BGK | 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 |
| Punta Gorda Airport | PND | Small Airport |
| San Ignacio Town (Maya Flats) Airstrip | CYD | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Airport | SVK | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇧🇿 About Belize
Public Holidays in Belize
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Georgetown?
Georgetown has a population of 659 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Georgetown?
Georgetown 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 80°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.1 inches.