When to Basseterre
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January marks the heart of the dry season with pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall. The comfortable 83°F highs and 73°F lows make it ideal for all outdoor activities. This is peak tourist season with excellent weather conditions.
February
February continues the dry season with the lowest rainfall of the year at just 2.0 inches. Temperatures remain comfortable with highs of 83°F and steady trade winds. Perfect conditions for beach activities and sightseeing.
March
March offers the driest conditions of the year with only 1.8 inches of rainfall and warming temperatures. The slight temperature increase to 84°F signals the approach of warmer months. Excellent weather continues for all activities.
April
April marks the end of the dry season with temperatures rising to 86°F and rainfall increasing slightly to 2.6 inches. Still excellent weather for tourism with warm days and comfortable evenings. Tourist crowds begin to thin slightly.
May
May begins the transition to the wet season with increased rainfall of 3.3 inches and warmer temperatures. Highs reach 86°F with nighttime lows rising to 76°F. Occasional showers become more frequent but are typically brief.
June
June sees temperatures climb to 87°F with increased humidity and 2.7 inches of rainfall. The wet season begins in earnest with more frequent afternoon showers. Hurricane season officially starts, though early season activity is typically minimal.
July
July brings consistent warm weather with 87°F highs and increased rainfall of 4.0 inches. Afternoon thunderstorms become more common but rarely last all day. The island is lush and green during this period.
August
August features the warmest temperatures of the year with highs reaching 88°F and 4.2 inches of rainfall. This is peak hurricane season, requiring weather monitoring. Despite the heat, trade winds provide some relief.
September
September continues the wet season with 87°F highs and 4.6 inches of rainfall. Hurricane activity peaks during this month, making it important to monitor weather forecasts. Fewer tourists mean better deals on accommodations.
October
October is the wettest month with 7.4 inches of rainfall and warm 88°F temperatures. Heavy showers and thunderstorms are common, though they often alternate with sunny periods. Hurricane season continues but begins to wane.
November
November sees a gradual decrease in rainfall to 5.5 inches while temperatures begin to moderate slightly to 86°F. Hurricane season officially ends, and weather patterns start transitioning toward the drier months ahead.
December
December marks the beginning of the dry season transition with temperatures cooling to 84°F but rainfall still elevated at 4.3 inches. Tourist numbers begin increasing as weather improves and holiday travel peaks.