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San Jose Soccoths, Belize

Cayo District · Belize

San Jose Soccoths is a small town in Cayo District, Belize with a population of 2,424. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,424 Population 1,107/sq mi density
318 ft Elevation 97 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
71.5 in Annual Rain
America / Belize Timezone

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About San Jose Soccoths

San Jose Succotz is a Maya village in Cayo District, Belize, consisting mainly of people of Yucatec Maya descent. According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 2,322 people in 472 households. San Jose Succotz was founded in the 1860s and mostly settled by refugees of the Caste War of Yucatán.

People

Population2,424
Density1,107/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain71.5 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Population2,424
Population Density1,107 / sq mi
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Coordinates17.0845°, -89.1301°
TimezoneAmerica/Belize
Country🇧🇿 Belize
State / ProvinceCayo District
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation71.5 inches (1,815 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Jose Soccoths

San Jose Soccoths is a small town in Belize (Cayo District) with a population of 2,424. The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet (97 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.

San Jose Soccoths has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above Belize avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Geography

Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density1,107/sq mi
Coordinates17.0845°N, 89.1301°W
TimezoneAmerica/Belize

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.5"
88% above Belize avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.67"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Apr 23, 2012.

Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 147 km
Apr 17, 2008 7 km SW of Poptún, Guatemala M4.5 96 km
Jul 14, 1999 23 km NNE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.5 145 km
Feb 15, 1992 32 km E of Punta Gorda, Belize M4.5 129 km
Jul 11, 1999 17 km WSW of Lívingston, Guatemala M4.2 148 km
Mar 29, 2011 20 km ENE of Chahal Guatemala, Guatemala M4.1 141 km
Jan 9, 2005 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.0 149 km
Jul 14, 1999 26 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M3.9 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 73 km
2020 Nana Category 1 94 km
2016 Earl Category 1 43 km
2012 Ernesto Category 2 191 km
2010 Richard Category 2 36 km
2007 Dean Category 5 207 km
2001 Iris Category 4 109 km
2000 Keith Category 4 144 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 Jose Soccoths 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").

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Schools in San Jose Soccoths

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mopan Technical High School
San Jose Succotz R.C. School
San Jose Succotz Nazarene Primary School
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Museums in San Jose Soccoths

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Belize Natural History Archive
Benque House of Culture
Cahal Pech Visitor Center
Miniature Spanish Lookout Village
Xunantunich Visitor's Center

Libraries in San Jose Soccoths

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Benque Viejo Public Library0.0
San Ignacio Public LIbrary0.0
The Rustic Li'l Porch0.0

Farmers Markets in San Jose Soccoths

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer's Market
Farmer's Market
Farmer's Market

Hotels in San Jose Soccoths

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nabitunich "The Stone Cottage"

Restaurants in San Jose Soccoths

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Benny's Kitchen
K'an Tunich

Monuments in San Jose Soccoths

6 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Castillo
Structure A1
Structure A11
Structure A13
Structure A4
Struxture A15

Gas Stations in San Jose Soccoths

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mopan Gas Station
Tomza Gas

Stadiums & Teams in San Jose Soccoths

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Airports Near San Jose Soccoths

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mundo Maya International AirportFRSMedium Airport
Big Creek AirportBGKSmall Airport
Chan Chich AirstripSmall Airport
Dos Lagunas AirportDONSmall Airport
Hector Silva AirstripBCVSmall Airport
Independence AirportINBSmall Airport
Macanche AirportSmall Airport
Manatee AirportMZESmall Airport
Matthew Spain AirportSQSSmall Airport
Privassion AirstripSmall Airport
San Ignacio Town (Maya Flats) AirstripCYDSmall Airport
Uaxactun AirportUAXSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Jose Soccoths

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Central Principe de Paz
Iglesia El Calvario
Iglesia El Nazareno
San Jose Succotz Catholic Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Belize
Elevation
97 m (318 ft)

🇧🇿 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 San Jose Soccoths

What is the population of San Jose Soccoths?

San Jose Soccoths has a population of 2,424 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 1,107 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Jose Soccoths?

San Jose Soccoths 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.

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