Central America & Caribbean

Belize in March

Peak season, with spring break and Easter often landing here. Whale shark season at Gladden Spit begins around the full moon.

BestDry and sunny, highs near 84F (29C)

Belize barrier reef — BelizePhoto: dronepicr, CC BY 2.0

The straight answer

March is one of the best months of the year to visit Belize. Peak season, with spring break and Easter often landing here. Whale shark season at Gladden Spit begins around the full moon.

Weather: Dry and sunny, highs near 84F (29C)
Crowds: 4 of 5
Prices: 5 of 5

What March is like in Belize

March is dry and sunny, with highs near 84F (29C). It is peak season, with spring break and often Easter landing this month, so prices are at their highest and lodges are full. Whale shark season at Gladden Spit begins around the full moon, as the sharks gather to feed on snapper spawn. The water is clear and calm.

This month suits families on spring break, divers, and anyone wanting the full Belize experience. Book early. If Easter falls in March, expect busy cayes. For the same weather with a little less demand, April after Easter is a strong choice.

Make the most of March

What is especially good about Belize this month.

Whale shark season begins

From March, around the full moon, boats from Placencia take divers and snorkelers to Gladden Spit. Sightings are never guaranteed.

Dry jungle trails

Cayo's jungle lodges are great for river tubing and horseback riding.

Caye Caulker

The Go Slow island is at its sunny best for swimming at the Split.

What to pack for March

Reef-safe sunscreen
A rash guard
A hat and sunglasses
Water shoes

Our timing tip

Check full moon dates if you want to see whale sharks, since boats go out around them.

Book Belize for March.

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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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What's on in March

Whale shark season at Gladden Spit

Roughly March through June, around the full moon

Whale sharks gather to feed on snapper spawn. Sightings are never guaranteed, but the odds are best in April and May.

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 March, quick answers

Is March a good time to visit Belize?

March is one of the best months of the year to visit Belize. Peak season, with spring break and Easter often landing here. Whale shark season at Gladden Spit begins around the full moon.

What is the weather like in Belize in March?

Dry and sunny, highs near 84F (29C).

Is Belize crowded in March?

Belize is busy in March, though mornings and late afternoons stay workable.

What is happening in Belize in March?

Whale shark season at Gladden Spit (roughly march through june, around the full moon).