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Destination Guides - North America / Belize
Travel Advice on Health, Climate, Local Info, Customs and Laws
| Travel Advice/Warnings |
| There have been incidents of violent crime and physical assaults against tourists. Where possible travel in groups, avoid wearing expensive jewellery or carrying valuables. |
| Vaccinations & Health Alerts |
| Recommended vaccinations: Hep A and Typhoid. Proof of Yellow Fever is required if travelling from an infected country. Malaria and Dengue Fever are present. Medical facilities are limited, ensure medical insurance covers evacuation by air ambulance. |
| Seasonal Climate |
| Month |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Temp (c) |
24 |
25 |
26 |
27 |
27 |
27 |
27 |
27 |
27 |
24 |
23 |
23 |
| Rainfall (cm) |
0 |
0 |
1 |
2 |
14 |
26 |
21 |
18 |
26 |
16 |
3 |
1 |
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| The climate is sub tropical with a rainy/hurricane season running from June to November. |
BBC - Weather Centre - Forecast for Belize City, Belize
| Friday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 28°C (82°F), Wind Direction: ESE, Wind Speed: 6mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1011mb, Humidity: 81%, Sunrise: 05:40CST, Sunset: 17:58CST |
| Saturday |
Max Temp: 30°C (86°F), Min Temp: 27°C (81°F), Wind Direction: E, Wind Speed: 7mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1011mb, Humidity: 70%, Sunrise: 05:40CST, Sunset: 17:57CST |
| Sunday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 26°C (79°F), Wind Direction: NE, Wind Speed: 5mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1011mb, Humidity: 78%, Sunrise: 05:40CST, Sunset: 17:56CST |
(by the BBC Weather Centre in association with the Met Office) |
| Local Customs/Laws |
| It is advisable to carry some form of ID. Possession of drugs is a serious offence. Homosexuality not socially acceptable. |
| Getting Around |
| Internal flights and reliable bus routes link major towns. Main roads are generally well maintained but driving standards can be poor. Be aware that some infrastructure problems still exist in some areas as a result of the Hurricane that hit in August 07. Only use officially recognised border crossing points to Guatemala. |
| Public Holidays/Festivals |
| New Year's Day on 1 January, Baron Bliss Day on 9 March, Labour Day on 1 May, Commonwealth Day on 24 May, Dia de San Pedro in June, Independence Day on 21 September and Columbus Day on 12 October. Christian holidays for 2010 include: Lent which commences on 17 February, Easter from 2-5 April, Ascension Day on 16 May, Whitsun (Pentecost) on 23 May, Corpus Christi on 6 June, Assumption on 15 August and Christmas Day on 25 December. |
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| Religion |
| Mainly Roman Catholic |
| Visa Requirements |
| Not required for stays up to 30 days. Ensure passport stamped on entry. 6 months validity required on passport. |
| British Embassy Details |
| British High Commission, PO Box 91, Belmopan. Tel: (501)822 3146 or the Duty Officer, Tel: (501) 610 1045 |
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