Is Shaka Caye Island Resort good for swimming today?
Shaka Caye Island Resort has BeachFinder Score: 76/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Shaka Caye Island Resort
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Quick answer: Shaka Caye Island Resort today
Shaka Caye Island Resort is a BeachFinder spot in BZ, BZ. Today, compare water temperature 30°C, wind 14 km/h · NE, uv 7.3, waves 0.3 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 76/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
30°C
Wind
14 km/h · NE
UV
7.3
Waves
0.3 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 6, 03:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 76/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 6, 03:45 PM
Water temp
30°C
Air temp
28°C
Feels like
32°C
UV index
7.3
Wind
14 km/h · NE
Gust 19 km/h
Waves
0.3 m
Current
0 km/h · SW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Shaka Caye Island Resort
Shaka Caye Island Resort is located on a small island in Belize, within the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, about 25 kilometers off the mainland coast. The archipelago to which the site belongs is characterized by shallow turquoise waters, white sandy seabeds, and coral formations that structure the underwater landscape. The Belizean coastal region alternates between coastal mangroves and limestone cays, offering a contrast between terrestrial and marine ecosystems typical of this part of the Gulf of Honduras. The site presents itself as a seaside resort integrated into the island, its character significantly different from its immediate neighbors. Tarpon Sands, located just 0.4 kilometers away, offers a similar but distinct ambiance, while Beach BZ, 3.1 kilometers away, offers a less structured alternative. Access is exclusively by boat from the mainland, giving the place relative isolation. The setting combines a sandy beach, palm trees, and hotel infrastructure, creating a classic Caribbean island resort environment. The establishment does not have Blue Flag status and does not benefit from official supervision. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not guaranteed, given the island nature of the site and the conditions of access by sea. The facilities and services present on the island fall under private hotel offerings rather than public facilities.
About this spot
Shaka Caye is named after the legendary Maya chief Shaka, although this attribution remains debated among local historians. The island is part of Belize's colonial history, a disputed area between European powers until the 19th century. Transformed into a resort starting in the 1980s, it represents Belize's transition to mass island tourism. The surrounding coral reefs, a UNESCO World Heritage site, remain a major attraction for visitors seeking diving and marine observation.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Shaka Caye Island Resort today?
30°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Shaka Caye Island Resort today?
14 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Shaka Caye Island Resort?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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