When is the Best Time to Visit St Lucia?
If you are considering visiting St Lucia in the near future, you may be wondering when to visit. The island has a dry and wet season, which is worth keeping in mind when planning your trip.
Typically, the best months to visit fall between April to June as the winter months have passed and you may even snap up a great deal, due to falling in the low season. Be aware that July to November is considered hurricane season, however, you would count yourself extremely unfortunate if you did catch one as it has been almost 40 years since the last one hit St Lucia.
Visiting St Lucia in January
January falls within St Lucia’s dry season, with temperatures at a pleasant 27°C. You can expect very little rainfall and humidity is also low, which means that this month can be very busy tourist-wise, so you can expect large numbers on the island.
Visiting St Lucia in February
Although temperatures are high at 27°C, it is still tolerable due to the low humidity levels. The weather is extremely similar to January with averages of 7 hours of sunshine and very little rainfall. Be on your guard for the sporadic shower on certain days across the month.
Visiting St Lucia in March
March is a great choice for tourists who wish to escape the rain, due to having the lowest rainfall levels across the year. However, do bear in mind that the island is typically busy with tourists – especially during the Easter holidays.
Visiting St Lucia in April
April marks the end of the high season, which is the best time to secure low prices on accommodation and flights. Temperatures soar to 29°C during the hottest part of the day, with an average of 8 glorious sunshine hours.
At the very end of the month, don’t miss out on the annual Jazz and Arts festival, where you’ll get the opportunity to watch performers from local regions and around the world.
Visiting St Lucia in May
May marks the beginning of the shoulder season – which falls in between the wet and dry seasons and is a great time to secure travel deals. Rainfall averages 60mm throughout the month, but luckily, showers last several minutes at a time. Sea temperatures are balmy which is ideal if you’re keen to try out watersports or enjoy a peaceful swim.
Visiting St Lucia in June
June is the beginning of the wet season in St Lucia, and humidity levels rise dramatically. As the month progresses, rainfall levels also increase, so be sure to pack an umbrella and waterproof if you plan on exploring the island.
Visiting St Lucia in July
Similar to June, July temperatures and humidity levels remain stable, however, you can expect a significant amount of rainfall – so be aware that you’ll experience the occasional light shower or thunderstorm. While here, be sure to join in with the island’s annual carnival which is characterised by bright costumes and lively calypso music and rounded off with a vibrant Mardi-gras party.
Visiting St Lucia in August
August is one of the hottest months of the year in St Lucia, which is perfect for sun worshippers who enjoy the scorching weather. Temperatures typically peak at 31°C with 8 hours of expected sunshine, but the wet weather makes a comeback – so plan your itinerary accordingly to prevent getting caught in heavy showers.
Visiting St Lucia in September
September falls in the middle of the wet season. The risk of hurricanes increases (although highly unlikely) as well as humidity levels. Despite this, you can still enjoy highs of 31°C. You may discover that it is too sticky to go on an outdoor adventure, so why not kick back and enjoy a relaxing beach holiday instead?
Visiting St Lucia in October
October is one of the wettest months of the year in St Lucia, however, you can still enjoy 8 hours of sunshine per day, which provides plenty of time for exploring during the daylight. Humidity levels remain high, so you may wish to cool off by paddling in the sea or trying your hand at water sports.
Visiting St Lucia in November
November marks the end of the wet season in St Lucia, meaning that rainfall levels significantly reduce. Temperatures remain high at approximately 30°C, but due to low tourist numbers during this month, you can make the most of some great deals.
Visiting St Lucia in December
Even though December falls during the winter season, it is one of the busiest months tourist-wise due to the Christmas holidays. Humidity and rainfall decrease in comparison to previous months, but wind speeds pick up which keeps temperatures comfortable.