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Best time to visit Saint Lucia: month by month
Short answer
December to April is the dry season, with highs of about 27–29°C and the fewest rainy days, especially in April (about 13); it is also the busiest and most expensive time. May and June are good value. The rainy and hurricane season runs from June to November, with the highest risk from August to October.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27°C | 22°C | 21 | high |
| Feb | 27°C | 22°C | 15 | high |
| Mar | 28°C | 22°C | 17 | high |
| Apr | 29°C | 23°C | 13 | high |
| May | 29°C | 24°C | 14 | medium |
| Jun | 29°C | 24°C | 21 | low |
| Jul | 29°C | 24°C | 25 | medium |
| Aug | 30°C | 25°C | 23 | low |
| Sep | 30°C | 25°C | 23 | low |
| Oct | 30°C | 25°C | 19 | low |
| Nov | 29°C | 24°C | 17 | medium |
| Dec | 28°C | 23°C | 17 | very high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs of about 28–29°C and the driest weather of the year (13–17 rainy days, usually short showers); good value from May.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Highs of 29–30°C and 21–25 rainy days as the wet season starts; Carnival in July.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Highs of 29–30°C and frequent rain (17–23 rainy days); September and October are the peak hurricane months.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of 27–28°C and trade winds; the peak tourist season, with Christmas and New Year the busiest weeks.
Events worth planning around
- Saint Lucia Carnival — July
- Jounen Kwéyòl (Creole Day) — October
- Arrival of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers in Rodney Bay — December
When to avoid
September and October carry the highest hurricane risk and the most rain. Christmas and New Year are the most crowded and expensive weeks.
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Common questions
When is the best time to visit Saint Lucia?
December to April for dry weather, or May and June for good value.
When is hurricane season in Saint Lucia?
June to November, with the highest risk from August to October.
When is Saint Lucia Carnival?
In July, with parades and parties across the island.