By Belize Live News Staff: Belize is bracing for an incoming cold front expected to bring widespread showers and thunderstorms, marking a significant shift from the fair weather experienced earlier in the day, the national meteorological office said on Tuesday.
While most of the day will remain sunny with scattered clouds, weather conditions are set to deteriorate tonight. The cold front will lead to increased rainfall and thunderstorms primarily in central and northern regions, forecasters said.
“Isolated showers will develop throughout the day, but tonight, we anticipate a surge in activity as the cold front moves closer,” meteorologist Crystal Rosalez said in a statement.
Mariners are cautioned to expect choppy to moderate sea conditions, with winds from the east to southeast at 10-20 knots. Waves will reach heights of 3 to 6 feet, prompting advisories for small craft operators to remain vigilant.
Onshore, temperatures will vary significantly. Inland areas are forecast to reach highs of 90°F (32°C), cooling to 73°F (23°C) at night. Coastal regions will experience a more moderate range, with highs around 86°F (30°C) and lows of 79°F (26°C). The hills will be noticeably cooler, with daytime highs of 77°F (25°C) dropping to 67°F (19°C overnight.
Despite the approaching cold front, the tropical weather outlook remains calm. “There are no tropical cyclone formations expected in the North Atlantic, Caribbean Sea, or Gulf of Mexico over the next 48 hours,” Rosalez said.
Forecasters anticipate that the rain will persist into Wednesday, affecting much of the country in the morning before shifting southward by nightfall.
Belize’s tidal schedule for Tuesday includes a low tide at 7:03 a.m., a high tide at 1:13 p.m., followed by another low at 5:49 p.m. The next high tide will occur just after midnight. Sunset is set for 5:16 p.m., with the moon rising at 9:07 p.m.
Residents are encouraged to stay updated on weather conditions as the front approaches, with the potential for localized flooding and disruptions in low-lying areas.
