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Santa Elena, Belize
Cayo District · Belize
Santa Elena is a small city in Cayo District, Belize with a population of 8,587. Elevation: 308 ft (94 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 8,587 |
| Population Density | 1,983 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.1614°, -89.0546° |
| 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 Santa Elena
Santa Elena is a small city in Belize (Cayo District) with a population of 8,587. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet (94 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.
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 | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,983/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.1614°N, 89.0546°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 |
Santa Elena 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").
Schools in Santa Elena
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Seventh Day Adventist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Eden Seventh Day Adventist High School | — | — | — | — |
| Eden SDA Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Elena Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| United Christian Mennonite School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Cruz Government Preschool | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Elena
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Santa Elena
| 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 Santa Elena
| 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 Santa Elena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Farmer's Market |
Hotels in Santa Elena
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Elena
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Elena
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa Elena
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Santa Elena
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Elena
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Elena
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Santa Elena
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Elena
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Elena
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 Santa Elena
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Santa Elena Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Elena
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Calvary Chapel | |
| Familia de Dios Iglesia | |
| Hillview Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Santa Elena Town Evangelical Philadelphia Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| United Christian Mennonite Church |
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What is the population of Santa Elena?
Santa Elena has a population of 8,587 residents and is located in Belize. The population density is 1,983 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Elena?
Santa Elena 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.