Billy Barquedier National Park
National Park Belizean park protecting rainforest and cave systems
A small Belizean park protecting lowland rainforest, limestone outcrops and cave systems; visitors arrive for short hikes, birdwatching and exploring sinkholes and jungle trails.
How to Get to Billy Barquedier National Park #
Billy Barquedier is inland from Belize’s southern coast. From Belize City, drive south on the Southern Highway toward Dangriga and then follow local roads toward the Billy Barquedier area; it is a several-hour drive. Local tour operators in Hopkins and Dangriga can arrange transport and guided visits.
Tips for Visiting Billy Barquedier National Park #
- Hire a local certified guide for cave dives and river trails - guides know seasonal hazards and where wildlife is concentrated.
- Bring insect repellent and sun protection; trail conditions can be slippery in wet weather.
- Combine a visit with nearby Placencia or Hopkins for accommodation and travel logistics.
Best Time to Visit Billy Barquedier National Park #
A compact Belizean national park with cave systems and forested trails - best visited during the dry season for safer trail access.
Weather & Climate near Billy Barquedier National Park #
Billy Barquedier National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2071 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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May
May is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (257 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (282 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (216 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (265 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (251 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (208 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
