Central America & Caribbean

Belize in July

Lobsterfests in San Pedro, Caye Caulker, and Placencia bring a festive local crowd. Southern Belize is very wet.

Quiet valueHumid, highs near 87F (31C), frequent showers

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The straight answer

July is a quiet, good-value month to visit Belize. Lobsterfests in San Pedro, Caye Caulker, and Placencia bring a festive local crowd. Southern Belize is very wet.

Weather: Humid, highs near 87F (31C), frequent showers
Crowds: 3 of 5
Prices: 3 of 5

What July is like in Belize

July is humid, with highs near 87F (31C) and frequent showers. Lobsterfests in San Pedro, Caye Caulker, and Placencia bring a festive local crowd. Southern Belize is very wet. Crowds and prices are moderate, with summer travelers mixed in.

This month suits families on summer break and food lovers who want a lively scene. Base yourself on the northern cayes rather than the wet south. For drier weather, pick February through April.

Make the most of July

What is especially good about Belize this month.

Lobsterfests

San Pedro, Caye Caulker, and Placencia each host a lobster festival with food and music.

Green jungle

Rain makes Cayo's jungle lush and full of life.

Butterfly farms

Cayo's butterfly farms are easy, covered stops for younger kids.

What to pack for July

A rain jacket
Quick-dry clothes
Insect repellent
Water shoes

Our timing tip

Check the ATM cave status the day before, since it closes after heavy rain.

Book Belize for July.

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Whole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
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Timed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Belize for July. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
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What's on in July

Lobsterfests

Late June through July, after lobster season opens on June 15

San Pedro, Caye Caulker, and Placencia each host a lobster festival with food stalls and music.

Things to do in Belize

Full guide

Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley

The classic snorkel trip from Ambergris Caye or Caye Caulker. Go early in the day for calmer water and fewer boats.

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Great Blue Hole

A full-day dive trip from the cayes, best in the dry season when seas are calm. Nondivers can take a scenic flight instead.

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Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) cave

A guided-only day trip from San Ignacio. Closed after heavy rain; the dry season is the safest time to go.

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Xunantunich

Near San Ignacio, reached by a hand-cranked river ferry. Climb El Castillo for views into Guatemala.

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Caracol

A long drive into the Chiquibul Forest to the largest Maya site in Belize. The road is rough, and the dry season is best.

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Caye Caulker

A laid-back island with a Go Slow motto and the Split for swimming. Cheaper and quieter than Ambergris Caye.

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Beat the crowds

Book the Blue Hole and ATM cave trips for weekdays; cruise ship days fill the popular tours from Belize City.
Early December and May are the best value months, with dry weather and prices well below peak.
Stay on Caye Caulker or in Placencia instead of San Pedro for a quieter island experience.
In Cayo, arrive at Xunantunich and Caracol when they open; tour groups tend to come later in the morning.

Know before you go

September and October: a number of resorts, restaurants, and dive shops close for part of the season. Confirm your lodge is open.
The ATM cave closes after heavy rains for safety, which can happen at any time in the rainy season.
Lobster is out of season from late winter until the season reopens on June 15, and conch has its own closed season. Expect them off menus in those months.
Hurricane season runs June through November, peaking August through October. Storms can halt all boat trips for days.

Belize in July, quick answers

Is July a good time to visit Belize?

July is a quiet, good-value month to visit Belize. Lobsterfests in San Pedro, Caye Caulker, and Placencia bring a festive local crowd. Southern Belize is very wet.

What is the weather like in Belize in July?

Humid, highs near 87F (31C), frequent showers.

Is Belize crowded in July?

Crowds in Belize are moderate in July; timed bookings still help at the biggest sights.

What is happening in Belize in July?

Lobsterfests (late june through july, after lobster season opens on june 15).