What is the current water temperature in Belize City?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Belize City?

As of now, in Belize City, the water temperature is 29.8°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Belize City

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Belize City. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

85.6

°F

April 30, 22:18

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

85.4°F

Tomorrow:

85.6°F

Sunrise:

05:27

Sunset:

18:13

Day Length:

12 h. 46 min.

Belize City in May

Minimum:

78.1°F

Average:

80.0°F

Maximum:

81.3°F

Sea water temperature in Belize City today

As of now, in Belize City, the water temperature is 85.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.7°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 83.0°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Belize City

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 16	83.0°F	81.4°F	83.0°F
Apr 17	82.9°F	81.9°F	82.9°F
Apr 18	83.0°F	82.0°F	83.0°F
Apr 19	83.0°F	82.2°F	83.1°F
Apr 20	83.9°F	82.3°F	83.2°F
Apr 21	83.9°F	82.5°F	83.4°F
Apr 22	84.2°F	82.7°F	83.2°F
Apr 23	84.3°F	82.5°F	83.4°F
Apr 24	83.9°F	82.5°F	83.4°F
Apr 25	84.5°F	83.0°F	83.8°F
Apr 26	84.1°F	83.1°F	83.6°F
Apr 27	84.1°F	83.1°F	83.6°F
Apr 28	85.5°F	84.2°F	84.0°F
Apr 29	85.4°F	83.7°F	84.0°F
Apr 30	85.6°F	84.7°F	83.9°F
May 1	85.6°F	84.3°F	83.9°F
May 2	85.5°F	83.8°F	83.8°F
May 3	85.7°F	83.9°F	83.9°F
May 4	85.8°F	84.0°F	84.1°F
May 5	85.9°F	83.8°F	84.1°F
May 6	86.4°F	85.0°F	84.6°F
May 7	86.2°F	84.3°F	84.5°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Belize City by month

In Belize City, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Belize City was recorded on October 9, 2023, reaching a 89.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 9, 2026, dipping to 74.9°F. The average readings by season are 80.2°F in Winter, 83.1°F in Spring, 85.6°F in Summer, and 84.8°F in Autumn.