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Placencia, Belize
Southern District · Belize
Placencia is a small town in Southern District, Belize with a population of 4,300. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Placencia
Placencia is a small village located in the Stann Creek District of Belize.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,300 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.5142°, -88.3665° |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
| Country | 🇧🇿 Belize |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 90.0 inches (2,286 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Placencia
Placencia is a small town in Belize (Southern District) with a population of 4,300. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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 90.0 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 173 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 1,924.6 sq mi (4,984.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.5142°N, 88.3665°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 | — | 69 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Utila Island (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Utila Island | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 74 m (243 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 7.8 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.7 in |
Placencia has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 74°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 90.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.4") and April the driest (2.1").
Schools in Placencia
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peninsula International Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Placencia
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Placencia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Market |
Hotels in Placencia
22 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Placencia
32 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Placencia
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Placencia
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Placencia
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Placencia
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Placencia
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Placencia
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Placencia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Placencia
11 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 |
| Independence Airport | INB | 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 |
Post Offices in Placencia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Placencia Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Placencia
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Lighthouse Religious Center | |
| Meditation & Prayer Space | |
| Saint John's School Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Belize
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Placencia
What is the population of Placencia?
Placencia has a population of 4,300 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,924.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Placencia?
Placencia 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 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 90.0 inches.