Climate guide for Hopkins, Belize

Hopkins in December

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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December · Belize

Best time to visit Hopkins in December Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Hopkins in December

Average temperature 26°C, 213 mm of rain, about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

December score

5.0/10

Ranked #12 of 12 months

Full year for Hopkins
Avg temp
26°C
Rainfall
213 mm
Humidity
86%
Days with 6h+ sun
10
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

December in Hopkins scores 5.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 213 mm of rain, and roughly 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Hopkins is a Garifuna coastal village-drumming culture, beach bikes, and a quieter reef-access base. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.

December in Hopkins — middling scores, decent value

December averages 26°C (78°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

213 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.

It scores 5/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Flexible dates? April scores 4.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Hopkins in December?
In December, Hopkins averages 26°C, 213 mm of rain, and about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
Is December a good time to visit Hopkins?
December earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Hopkins in December?
Expect about 213 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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