May is a hot and dry time for sunbathing in Belize. May is an excellent month for swimming in Belize with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Belize in the months of February, March, April, May, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in Belize in May is 31°. The average maximum temperature is 31° in the previous month and 31° in the next month.
The average temperature in Belize in May is 29°. The average temperature ranges is 28° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Belize in May is 26°. The minimum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Belize in May are 12.9 and there are 6.7 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Belize in May is typically 13.6 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Belize in May is 28.2° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Belize in May is 3cm and on average there are 9.5 rainy days in May making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Belize in May is 25° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 24° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Belize in May is typically 90.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.3% in the previous month and 92% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Belize in May is typically 76.1%. The average relative humidity is 74.9% in the previous month and 79.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Belize in May is typically 22kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 22kmh in the previous month and 21kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Belize in May is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 12kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Belize in May is from the East.
