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Hopkins, Belize

Southern District · Belize

Hopkins is a small town in Southern District, Belize with a population of 1,767. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,767 Population 298/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
88.4 in Annual Rain
America / Belize Timezone

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About Hopkins

Hopkins is an English and Welsh patronymic surname derived from the personal name Hopkin and the genitive ending -s. Hopkin is itself a pet form of the name Hobb, a shortening of Robert. Notable people and characters with the surname include:Anna Hopkins, Canadian actress
Andrew Delmar Hopkins (1857–1948), American entomologist
Sir Anthony Hopkins, actor
Antony Hopkins, composer
A. G. Hopkins, British historian
Arthur Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Bernard Hopkins, professional boxer
Bert Hopkins, Australian cricketer
Bobb Hopkins, actor, director and founder of the National Hobo Association
Brad Hopkins, NFL offensive lineman
Brycen Hopkins, American football player & son of Brad
Budd Hopkins, artist and UFO researcher
Cathy Hopkins, novelist
Catrin Hopkins, Welsh singer known as Catty
Charles Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Christian Hopkins, American football player
Claude Hopkins, musician
Claude C. Hopkins, advertising man
Constance Hopkins, Mayflower passenger
C. J. Hopkins, American playwright and author
DeAndre Hopkins, American football player
Dustin Hopkins, American football player
Edward Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Edward John Hopkins, English organist and composer
Elizabeth Hopkins (1731–1801), English actress
Esek Hopkins (1718–1802), Continental Navy officer
Esther A. Hopkins, American chemist and environmental attorney
Ezekiel Hopkins, Bishop of Derry and Raphoe
Frank Hopkins, U.S. cowboy
Frank Hopkins, Captain of HMS Ark Royal
Frederick Gowland Hopkins, biochemist, Nobel Prize laureate
Gail Hopkins, American baseball player and coach
Gareth Hopkins, New Zealand cricketer
Gareth Hopkins (footballer), English footballer
Gaynor Hopkins, stage name Bonnie Tyler, Welsh singer
George Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Gerard Manley Hopkins, poet, Jesuit
Graham Hopkins, drummer/musician
Harold Hopkins (physicist), physicist
Harry Hopkins, economics advisor to Franklin D. Roosevelt
Harry Hopkins (engineer) (1912–1986), New Zealand civil engineer and professor
Herbert Hopkins, Australian/English cricketer
Ian Hopkins, British police chief
Isaac S. Hopkins, professor/founder Georgia Institute of Technology
J. Fletcher Hopkins, American politician
James Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Jeff Hopkins, footballer
Jeffrey Hopkins, Tibetologist
John Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Johns Hopkins, philanthropist
Jon Hopkins, electronica musician
Juliet Opie Hopkins (1818–1890), American nurse
Katie Hopkins, British TV personality and newspaper columnist
Keith Hopkins, historian and sociologist
Larry J. Hopkins (1933–2021), American politician
Lea Hopkins, American LGBT rights activist from Missouri
Lemuel Hopkins (1750–1801), American poet
Lightnin' Hopkins, blues guitarist and singer
Linda Ann Hopkins known as Tera Patrick, pornographic actress
Lisa Hopkins, American opera singer
Livingston Hopkins "Hop" (1846–1927), American-born cartoonist in Australia
Mark Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Mary Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Matthew Hopkins, 17th century witch-hunter
Maudie Hopkins (1914–2008), last surviving American Civil War widow
Mel Hopkins (1934–2010), Welsh international footballer
Michael Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Milton Hopkins (biologist) (1906–1983), American botanist and textbook editor
Milton N. Hopkins (1926–2007), farmer and ornithologist
Milton W. Hopkins (1789–1844), American portrait painter
Miriam Hopkins (1902–1972), American actress
Nathan T. Hopkins, U.S. Representative from Kentucky
Neil Hopkins, American actor
Nelson K. Hopkins, New York State Comptroller, 1872–1875
Nicky Hopkins (1944–1994), English rock pianist
Nikita Hopkins, American actor
Patty Hopkins, British architect
Paul Hopkins (baseball) (1904–2004), American baseball pitcher
Paul Hopkins (actor), Canadian television, film and theatre actor
Paul Hopkins (footballer), English (soccer) footballer
Peter Hopkins, multiple people
Prynce Hopkins (1885–1970), American psychologist, activist, and writer
Rachel Hopkins, British Member of Parliament elected 2019
Raymond F. Hopkins, American political science professor and expert on food politics and food policy
Richard Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Rob Hopkins, English activist founder of Transition Towns movement
Ron Hopkins, American football player
Roy M. Hopkins (1943–2006), member of the Louisiana House of Representatives
Stephen Hopkins (disambiguation), several people
Telma Hopkins, American singer and actress
Thelma Hopkins (athlete) (1936–2025), Northern Irish athlete
Tim Hopkins, jazz musician
Tom Hopkins (footballer), English footballer
Wes Hopkins, NFL defensive back
William Hopkins (disambiguation), several people

People

Population1,767
Density298/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain88.4 in/yr
Sunny Days176/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population1,767
Population Density298 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates16.8631°, -88.2844°
TimezoneAmerica/Belize
Country🇧🇿 Belize
State / ProvinceSouthern District
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation88.4 inches (2,244 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hopkins

Hopkins is a small town in Belize (Southern District) with a population of 1,767. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.4 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.

Hopkins has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 176 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.6°F
46% above Belize avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days176 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.4 km²)
Population Density298/sq mi
Coordinates16.8631°N, 88.2844°W
TimezoneAmerica/Belize

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 88.4"
133% above Belize avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.13"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Jan 22, 2024.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 120 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 88 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 117 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 113 km
Jun 15, 2009 50 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M5.1 146 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 103 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 105 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 134 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 112 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 120 km
Jun 10, 2016 70 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M4.7 124 km
Jul 19, 1999 2 km NW of Potrerillos, Honduras M4.6 135 km
Mar 27, 2007 11 km SSE of Río Chiquito, Honduras M4.6 148 km
Oct 18, 2009 19 km NNW of Omoa, Honduras M4.6 106 km
May 30, 2009 32 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.6 101 km
Dec 18, 1990 11 km N of Mezapa, Honduras M4.6 147 km
Jun 9, 1994 19 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.5 117 km
Jul 11, 1999 2 km E of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.5 130 km
May 29, 2009 37 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.5 113 km
Jan 15, 2023 35 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.5 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 60 km
2020 Nana Category 1 7 km
2016 Earl Category 1 60 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 215 km
2011 Rina Category 2 255 km
2010 Richard Category 2 38 km
2007 Dean Category 5 211 km
2001 Iris Category 4 51 km
2000 Keith Category 4 97 km
1998 Mitch Category 5 272 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 256 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 101 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (171 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 2.7 in
March 78°F (25°C) 2.4 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in Warmest
June 82°F (28°C) 10.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 11.4 in
August 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 12.1 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in
November 76°F (25°C) 8.3 in
December 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in

Hopkins has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 88.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.1") and April the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Hopkins

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holy Family RC Primary School
Sittee River Methodist Primary
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Museums in Hopkins

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gulisi Garifuna Museum

Libraries in Hopkins

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Miss Berties Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Hopkins

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market

Hotels in Hopkins

15 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beaches & Dreams
Belizean Dreams Resort
Coconut Row
Comfort In Lodge
Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort
Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort
Jaguar Reef & Almond Beach
Jaguar Reef Lodge
Latitude 17
Latitude 17
Latitude 17
Latitude Adjustment
Lebeha Cabanas
Nina's Place
Tipple Tree Beya

Restaurants in Hopkins

44 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aida Chen
Barracuda
Big Bamboo Bar & Grill
Big Dock Ceviche Bar
Cafe Mana
Chef Rob's
Coconut Husk
Don Tonito's
Driftwood Pizza
Driftwood Pizza
Ella's Cool Spot
Hopkins Beach Club
Hopkins Smokey Grill
Innie's
J & J Cool Spot
Kismet Inn
Laruni Hati
LoggerHead
Luba Laruga Cool Spot
Lucky Lobster
Maxim's Bar and Grill
Meet U Restaurant
Mel's Kitchen
North Side Kitchen
Palmento Grove Cultural & Fishing Lodge
Peer's Restaurant
Queen Bean
Rainbow Restaurant
Rhum Shack
Sandy Beach Women's Cooperative
Semeti Giffiti
Siomara's
Siomara's
Swinging Armadillo Beach Bar and Restaurant
T&C Kitchen
The Curve River
The Fat Mermaid Beach Cafe
The Melting Pot
The Woven Palms
Tina's Kitchen
Tortilla Factory
Tugucina Gloria
Tugusina Garifuna
Virge Kitchen

Cafes in Hopkins

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Herbal Healers
Kat's Coffee
Oasis Fitness Gym and Cafe
Shells Delight
Thong's Cafe

Clinics in Hopkins

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hopkins Health Center

Stadiums & Teams in Hopkins

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Hopkins

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Philip S. W. Goldson International AirportBZELarge Airport
Dangriga AirportDGAMedium Airport
Placencia AirportPLJMedium Airport
Sir Barry Bowen Municipal AirportTZAMedium Airport
Belize Dive Haven AirstripSmall Airport
Big Creek AirportBGKSmall Airport
Hector Silva AirstripBCVSmall Airport
Independence AirportINBSmall Airport
Manatee AirportMZESmall Airport
Matthew Spain AirportSQSSmall Airport
Melinda AirportMDBSmall Airport
Privassion AirstripSmall Airport
Silver Creek AirportSVKSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hopkins

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
House of Prayer Tabernacle
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Belize
Founded
1942

🇧🇿 About Belize

Capital Belmopan
Population 383,071
Area 22,966 km²
GDP (USD) $3,052,362,650
GDP per capita $7,425
HDI 0.721
Life expectancy 73.6 years
Internet users 72.4%
Urban population 42.0%
Currency BZD (Dollar)
Languages Belizean Creole, English, Spanish
Calling code +501
TLD .bz
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Belize

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 15 George Price Day George Price Day
Mar 9 National Heroes and Benefactors Day National Heroes and Benefactors Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Aug 1 Emancipation Day Emancipation Day
Sep 10 Saint George's Caye Day Saint George's Caye Day
Sep 21 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 12 Pan America Day Pan America Day
Nov 19 Garifuna Settlement Day Garifuna Settlement Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hopkins

What is the population of Hopkins?

Hopkins has a population of 1,767 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 298 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hopkins?

Hopkins has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.4 inches.

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