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Maya Mopan, Belize

Southern District · Belize

Maya Mopan is a small town in Southern District, Belize with a population of 998. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

998 Population 148/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
92.1 in Annual Rain
America / Belize Timezone

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People

Population998
Density148/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain92.1 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Population998
Population Density148 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates16.6602°, -88.5254°
TimezoneAmerica/Belize
Country🇧🇿 Belize
State / ProvinceSouthern District
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation92.1 inches (2,338 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Maya Mopan

Maya Mopan is a small town in Belize (Southern District) with a population of 998. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 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.

Maya Mopan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 170 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 92.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Belize avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days170 days/yr

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates16.6602°N, 88.5254°W
TimezoneAmerica/Belize

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 92.1"
142% above Belize avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.35"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 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 M6.7 100 km
Jul 6, 1997 30 km NNW of Baja Mar, Honduras M6.1 86 km
Aug 2, 2022 38 km N of Tela, Honduras M5.4 125 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 133 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 124 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 91 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 138 km
Jun 6, 2009 38 km NE of Baja Mar, Honduras M5.0 108 km
Feb 1, 1991 20 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.8 105 km
May 28, 2009 59 km N of Tela, Honduras M4.8 126 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 93 km
Dec 31, 2009 26 km NNE of Tela, Honduras M4.8 140 km
Jun 10, 2016 70 km W of Sandy Bay, Honduras M4.7 142 km
Jul 19, 1999 2 km NW of Potrerillos, Honduras M4.6 114 km
May 30, 2009 32 km NNE of Baja Mar, Honduras M4.6 104 km
Oct 18, 2009 19 km NNW of Omoa, Honduras M4.6 93 km
Dec 18, 1990 11 km N of Mezapa, Honduras M4.6 143 km
Mar 27, 2007 11 km SSE of Río Chiquito, Honduras M4.6 130 km
Jul 11, 1999 2 km E of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.5 104 km
Jul 14, 1999 23 km NNE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.5 82 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 86 km
2020 Nana Category 1 29 km
2016 Earl Category 1 86 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 239 km
2011 Rina Category 1 289 km
2010 Richard Category 2 65 km
2007 Dean Category 5 240 km
2001 Iris Category 4 42 km
2000 Keith Category 4 130 km
1998 Mitch Category 2 293 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 285 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 92 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (185 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Utila Island Pyroclastic cone(s) 74 m (243 ft) Unknown 185 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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

Maya Mopan 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").

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Schools in Maya Mopan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Maya Mopan Government Primary
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Libraries in Maya Mopan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Miss Berties Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Maya Mopan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Independence Market

Restaurants in Maya Mopan

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

At Juana's Kitchen

Stadiums & Teams in Maya Mopan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Maya Mopan

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dangriga AirportDGAMedium Airport
Placencia AirportPLJMedium 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
Punta Gorda AirportPNDSmall Airport
San Ignacio Town (Maya Flats) AirstripCYDSmall Airport
Silver Creek AirportSVKSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Maya Mopan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
United Pentecostal Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Belize

🇧🇿 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 Maya Mopan

What is the population of Maya Mopan?

Maya Mopan has a population of 998 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Maya Mopan?

Maya Mopan 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.

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