Our verdict
The best time to visit Saint Lucia is May-June
The very hottest temperatures in Castries, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Saint Lucia, tend to reach around 31℃ (88℉) in the height of summer. In the colder months such as February, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 25℃ (77℉). Temperatures often differ in other areas of Saint Lucia though so you can find out more information about this below.
The sun stays up the longest in Saint Lucia in August, so you’ll get the most out of your daytime activities if you visit around this time. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Saint Lucia in August. Head there in February instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
Learn more about when to travel to Saint Lucia, the monthly weather breakdown for the most popular destinations, FAQs and much more below. Once you’ve decided when you want to go, use our handy tools to find the best prices to suit your budget on flights, transport/transfers, places to stay, and loads more!Quick links: Fast facts / Seasons / Average temperatures / FAQs / Map
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Saint Lucia seasons
Before you plan your trip, it’s important to know when the seasons are as they may be different to yours depending on where you’re travelling from. Saint Lucia is in the Northern hemisphere, so the seasons fall on:
Season | Months |
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Summer | June to August |
Autumn/fall | September to November |
Winter | December to February |
Spring | March to May |
Best time to visit the top destinations in Saint Lucia
We’ve put together a breakdown of the average minimum and maximum temperatures by month, as well as the best times to visit for each. To learn more about these destinations including detailed climate breakdowns and much more, click or tap the city/destination name below.
City | Best time to visit | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Castries | May-June | ↑↓ | 28℃25℃ | 27℃25℃ | 28℃25℃ | 28℃26℃ | 29℃26℃ | 29℃27℃ | 29℃27℃ | 30℃27℃ | 30℃27℃ | 30℃27℃ | 29℃27℃ | 28℃26℃ |
Top FAQs
Check out these guides for the top must-see destinations in Saint Lucia: