By Belize Live News Staff: Get the umbrellas ready. Rain is set to soak much of Belize today.
The National Meteorological Service says a moist and unstable airmass remains over the country, bringing mostly cloudy to overcast skies.
Showers, thunderstorms and periods of rain are expected across Belize today, with northern and central areas likely to see the most activity during the day. By tonight, the rain will shift mainly to southern and offshore areas.
An excessive rainfall watch remains in effect, with 2 to 4 inches of rain per day or more possible over the next couple of days. Residents are urged to keep up with official weather updates, especially those living in flood prone areas.
The clouds will keep temperatures down. Highs will reach 87°F on the coast, 89°F inland and 76°F in the hills. Overnight lows will dip to 76°F on the coast, 72°F inland and 68°F in the hills.
The wet pattern continues into the weekend. Saturday will be mostly cloudy with showers, a few thunderstorms and periods of rain over most places, before the rain focuses on coastal, southern and offshore areas Saturday night.
There is no tropical threat to the region over the next 48 hours.
