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The Great Blue Hole

Lighthouse Reef, Belize
Best timeApr–Jun
Set inLighthouse Reef, Belize
In season~84°F high
Climate
Data source

Climate

Source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

77–84°F
Nearest airportBZE

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

On the map
Map showing the location of The Great Blue Hole
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Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sweet spotPeak Feb–Apr. Go in May for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightFeb · 76%
WarmestJun · 84°F
WettestOct
Best windowApr–Jun
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

A perfect 300m sinkhole of stalactites and reef sharks, iconic from the air and below.

Best time to visit

Aim for Apr–Jun, the 3 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Tikal
138 mi away
Cenotes of the Riviera Maya
200 mi away
Tulum & the Riviera Maya
200 mi away
Chichen Itza
242 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit The Great Blue Hole?

The best time to visit The Great Blue Hole is April–June, in Lighthouse Reef, Belize.

Where is The Great Blue Hole?

The Great Blue Hole is in Lighthouse Reef, Belize. The nearest major airport is BZE.

What is The Great Blue Hole known for?

A perfect 300m sinkhole of stalactites and reef sharks, iconic from the air and below.

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