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San Ignacio, Belize
Cayo District · Belize
San Ignacio is a small city in Cayo District, Belize with a population of 12,621. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About San Ignacio
San Ignacio and Santa Elena are towns in western Belize. San Ignacio serves as the cultural-economic hub of Cayo District. It got its start from mahogany and chicle production during British colonisation. Over time it attracted people from the surrounding areas, which led to the diverse population of the town today. San Ignacio is the second largest settlement in Cayo District after the capital, Belmopan.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,621 |
| Population Density | 5,440 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.1588°, -89.0696° |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
| Country | 🇧🇿 Belize |
| State / Province | Cayo District |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.5 inches (1,815 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Ignacio
San Ignacio is a small city in Belize (Cayo District) with a population of 12,621. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.5 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Climate in San Ignacio
San Ignacio has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (29°C), the coldest is Dec (22°C). Average annual precipitation is 1826 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.7°F |
| 42% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,440/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.1588°N, 89.0696°W |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in |
San Ignacio has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 72°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 71.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.7") and April the driest (1.7").
Colleges & Universities in San Ignacio
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cayo Centre for Employment Training (CET) | College | — | — |
| John Paul II Junior College | College | — | — |
| Sacred Heart College and Junior College | College | — | — |
| Sacred Heart Junior College | College | — | — |
Schools in San Ignacio
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Ignatius High School | — | — | — | — |
| Arms of Love Preschool | — | — | — | — |
| Faith Nazarene Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Andrew's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Arms of Love Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bishop O.P. Martin R.C. Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Ignacio
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in San Ignacio
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belize Natural History Archive | ||||
| Benque House of Culture | ||||
| Cahal Pech Visitor Center | ||||
| Miniature Spanish Lookout Village | ||||
| Xunantunich Visitor's Center |
Libraries in San Ignacio
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benque Viejo Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillside Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| San Ignacio Public LIbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| The Rustic Li'l Porch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Ignacio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Farmer's Market |
Hotels in San Ignacio
23 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Ignacio
54 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Ignacio
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Ignacio
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in San Ignacio
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in San Ignacio
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in San Ignacio
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Ignacio
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Ignacio
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in San Ignacio
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Ignacio
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Ignacio
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Placencia Airport | PLJ | Medium Airport |
| Backlanding Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Big Creek Airport | BGK | Small Airport |
| Chan Chich Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Lagunas Airport | DON | Small Airport |
| Hector Silva Airstrip | BCV | Small Airport |
| Independence Airport | INB | Small Airport |
| Macanche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manatee Airport | MZE | Small Airport |
| Matthew Spain Airport | SQS | Small Airport |
| Privassion Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Felipe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Ignacio Town (Maya Flats) Airstrip | CYD | Small Airport |
| Silver Creek Airport | SVK | Small Airport |
| Tres Leguas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uaxactun Airport | UAX | Small Airport |
Post Offices in San Ignacio
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Belize Postal Service | |
| BPMS | |
| DHL | |
| DHL San Ignacio |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Ignacio
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Arms of Love | |
| Iglesia Mormón | |
| Mennonite - Church of God in Christ | |
| Mount Sinai Pentecostal Church | |
| Nazarene Church | |
| Oasis of Blessing Ministry | |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church | |
| Santa Elena Baptist Church | |
| Santa Elena Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| St. Andrew's Church | |
| Templo Evangélico Familia de Dios Esmirna |
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What is the population of San Ignacio?
San Ignacio has a population of 12,621 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 5,440 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Ignacio?
San Ignacio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.5 inches.