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Ambergris Caye weather by month and the best time to visit

Updated October 2026Sources
Feb–May, DecBest time to visit

When to go to Ambergris Caye

Dry season Dec–May is best; Mar–Apr is hot and busy. Jun–Nov is wet with sargassum and hurricane risk, with cheaper rooms.

Ambergris Caye weather by month

Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.

PleasantHotRainyCool or coldBest months
20°25°30°35°JFMAMJJASOND
Average highAverage lowRainfall

Monthly averages

MonthHighLowRainHumidityConditions
January27°C80°F22°C72°F93 mm79%Pleasant
February28°C82°F23°C74°F48 mm76%Pleasant
March29°C83°F24°C75°F41 mm73%Pleasant
April30°C86°F25°C77°F35 mm73%Pleasant
May30°C87°F26°C79°F130 mm76%Pleasant
June29°C85°F26°C80°F213 mm82%Rainy
July30°C85°F26°C80°F134 mm82%Pleasant
August30°C86°F27°C80°F158 mm81%Pleasant
September30°C85°F27°C80°F175 mm84%Rainy
October29°C83°F26°C78°F238 mm85%Rainy
November27°C81°F24°C75°F156 mm84%Pleasant
December27°C80°F23°C74°F108 mm82%Pleasant

Best months across Belize

PlaceBest monthsWarmest month
Caye CaulkerJan–MayMay (30°C)
Ambergris CayeFeb–May, DecMay (30°C)
PlacenciaJan–MaySep (29°C)
San IgnacioFeb–MayApr (36°C)

Quick answers

What is the best month to visit Ambergris Caye?

Feb–May, Dec. Dry season Dec–May is best; Mar–Apr is hot and busy. Jun–Nov is wet with sargassum and hurricane risk, with cheaper rooms.

When is the rainy season in Ambergris Caye?

Rain peaks in October with about 238 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun, Aug–Nov.

What is the hottest month in Ambergris Caye?

May, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).

How cold does Ambergris Caye get?

The coolest nights are in January, averaging 22°C (72°F).

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Sources

Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.