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Maya Center, Belize
Southern District · Belize
Maya Center is a small town in Southern District, Belize with a population of 731. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Maya Center
Maya Center is a village in the Stann Creek District of Belize. It is located on the road to the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary. According to the 2010 census, Maya Center has a population of 386 people in 87 households.
People
Climate
| Population | 731 |
| Population Density | 123 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.7984°, -88.3824° |
| 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 | 86.5 inches (2,196 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maya Center
Maya Center is a small town in Belize (Southern District) with a population of 731. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 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 86.5 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.1°F |
| 45% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 179 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 5.9 sq mi (15.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 123/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.7984°N, 88.3824°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 | — | 98 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (177 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 10.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 7.8 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 6.5 in |
Maya Center has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 86.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and April the driest (2.1").
Schools in Maya Center
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Jude RC Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Maya Center
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulisi Garifuna Museum |
Libraries in Maya Center
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miss Berties Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Maya Center
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Maya Center
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maya Center
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport | BZE | Large Airport |
| Dangriga Airport | DGA | Medium Airport |
| Placencia Airport | PLJ | Medium Airport |
| Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport | TZA | 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 |
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What is the population of Maya Center?
Maya Center has a population of 731 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 123 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maya Center?
Maya Center 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 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.5 inches.