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Backpacking Potential

64/100

Suboptimal

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

December, January, February

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

24°C – 28°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Caye Caulker?

The best time to visit Caye Caulker for backpacking is December, January, February, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Caye Caulker

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°131
February
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°58
March
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°41
April
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°51
May
54Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
28°168
June
42Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°232
July
49Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
28°170
August
47Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°184
September
44Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°232
October
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°305
November
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
25°232
December
64Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°124

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Caye Caulker

When is the best time to visit Caye Caulker for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Caye Caulker for backpacking is typically in December, January, February, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Caye Caulker?

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Rainy season typically: May–November. It is generally better to avoid these months for backpacking.

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