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San Jose Palmar, Belize
Orange Walk District · Belize
San Jose Palmar is a small town in Orange Walk District, Belize with a population of 2,146. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Jose Palmar
San Jose Palmar is a village in the Orange Walk District of the nation of Belize. The official name of the village is San Jose "Nuevo" Palmar. The village has a unique and colorful history that dates back to the colonial era. The village was first settled on October 12, 1936 after the settlers were being relocated from their original village San Jose in the Yalbac Hills of Belize. The village was settled by some 200 inhabitants from the Yucatec Maya ethnicity who came originally from San Jose Viejo. Today this settlement has grown to approximately two thousand five hundred inhabitants. The village is about five minutes drive from the center of Orange Walk Town. The village is located about two miles south east from downtown Orange Walk. Its first chairperson, also known as "alcalde", was Maximo Perez. Today the newly elected chairperson is Orlando Balam, a native of the village.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,146 |
| Population Density | 440 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.0620°, -88.5635° |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
| Country | 🇧🇿 Belize |
| State / Province | Orange Walk District |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.3 inches (1,456 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Jose Palmar
San Jose Palmar is a small town in Belize (Orange Walk District) with a population of 2,146. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.3 inches. The timezone is America/Belize.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.4°F |
| 45% above Belize avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 440/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0620°N, 88.5635°W |
| Timezone | America/Belize |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 3.3 in |
San Jose Palmar has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.9") and March the driest (1.3").
Schools in San Jose Palmar
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solomon's SDA School | — | — | — | — |
| San Jose Palmar R.C. School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Jose Palmar
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LATIDOS FM 89.7 (Chetumal) - 89.7 FM - XHLAR-FM - Luna Medios - Chetumal, Quintana Roo (MX) | 89.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LA LUPE 95.3 (Chetumal) - 95.3 FM - XHROO-FM - Multimedios Radio / Grupo SIPSE Radio - Chetumal, Quintana Roo (MX) | 95.3 fm, américa | AAC 128 kbps | |
| SOL STEREO 97.7 (Chetumal) - 97.7 FM - XHWO-FM - Grupo Sol Comunicaciones - Chetumal, Quintana Roo (MX) | 97.7 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| W RADIO 92.1 (Chetumal) - 92.1 FM - XHCCBQ-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Chetumal, Quintana Roo (MX) | 92.1 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Jose Palmar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banquitas House of Culture |
Libraries in San Jose Palmar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose San Pablo Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandy Hunter Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Jose Palmar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Cairns Market | |||||
| Garcia's Vegetable Shop | |||||
| Garcia's Vegetable Shop |
Hotels in San Jose Palmar
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Jose Palmar
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Jose Palmar
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in San Jose Palmar
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Jose Palmar
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Jose Palmar
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Jose Palmar
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in San Jose Palmar
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in San Jose Palmar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caribbean International Brewery Co. Ltd. |
Airports Near San Jose Palmar
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport | BZE | Large Airport |
| Caye Caulker Airport | CUK | Medium Airport |
| Caye Chapel Airport | CYC | Medium Airport |
| Chetumal International Airport | CTM | Medium Airport |
| Corozal Airport | CZH | Medium Airport |
| John Greif II Airport | SPR | Medium Airport |
| Sartaneja Airport | SJX | Medium Airport |
| Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport | TZA | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Kohunlinch | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Xcalak | — | Small Airport |
| Backlanding Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chan Chich Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| H.E Alfredo Martinez (Tower Hill) Airstrip | ORZ | Small Airport |
| Johnny Chan Chen Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pucte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Felipe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Cruz Airport | STU | Small Airport |
| Tres Leguas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Jose Palmar
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fuente De Vida Pentocostes | |
| Mision Internacional Vida Abundante | |
| Mount Sinai Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Palmer Village Roman Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Belize
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What is the population of San Jose Palmar?
San Jose Palmar has a population of 2,146 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 440 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Jose Palmar?
San Jose Palmar 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 81°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.3 inches.