The best times to visit Basseterre for ideal weather are

January 15th to February 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Basseterre Travel Info

Weather in Basseterre

Temperature

Average temperatures in Basseterre vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 8th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Basseterre, the hottest months are August, September, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid September where highs are regularly around 89.2°F (31.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.5°F (25.3°C) at night.

Basseterre Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Basseterre Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Basseterre Perceived Temperature (F)

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Basseterre Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Basseterre Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 83.9 79 72.9
Feb 84.5 79 72.5
Mar 84.7 79.3 72.7
Apr 85.3 80.3 73.8
May 86.5 81.8 75.5
Jun 88.1 83.5 77.6
Jul 88.4 83.6 77.5
Aug 88.9 84 77.6
Sep 88.9 83.9 77.1
Oct 88.2 83.2 76.3
Nov 86.6 81.9 75.6
Dec 84.6 79.6 73.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 28.8 26.1 22.7
Feb 29.2 26.1 22.5
Mar 29.3 26.3 22.6
Apr 29.6 26.8 23.2
May 30.3 27.7 24.2
Jun 31.2 28.6 25.3
Jul 31.3 28.7 25.3
Aug 31.6 28.9 25.3
Sep 31.6 28.8 25.1
Oct 31.2 28.4 24.6
Nov 30.3 27.7 24.2
Dec 29.2 26.4 23.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Basseterre are June, April, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid March. For example, on the week of March 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 3rd.

When can you find snow in Basseterre? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Basseterre.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Basseterre (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 19% 0 1.9
Feb 15% 0 1.5
Mar 15% 0 1.9
Apr 15% 0 2.7
May 27% 0 4.4
Jun 14% 0 1.7
Jul 24% 0 3.2
Aug 28% 0 3.9
Sep 25% 0 3.5
Oct 33% 0 7
Nov 29% 0 3.8
Dec 27% 0 4.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 19 0 4.8
Feb 15 0 3.8
Mar 15 0 4.8
Apr 15 0 6.9
May 27 0 11.2
Jun 14 0 4.3
Jul 24 0 8.1
Aug 28 0 9.9
Sep 25 0 8.9
Oct 33 0 17.8
Nov 29 0 9.7
Dec 27 0 10.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Basseterre has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (66.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (73.2%).

Wind in Basseterre is usually moderate. The windiest month is July, followed by February and January. July’s average wind speed of around 11.6 knots (13.4 MPH or 21.5 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early July where average top sustained speeds reach 15.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Basseterre.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 10.8 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Feb 10.9 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Mar 10.1 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Apr 10.1 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
May 9.6 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jun 10.7 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Jul 11.6 Significant breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Aug 10.4 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Sep 7.9 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Oct 8.2 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Nov 8.7 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Dec 10.1 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 70.5%
Feb 68.6%
Mar 66.6%
Apr 68.6%
May 71.9%
Jun 70.4%
Jul 71.8%
Aug 72.3%
Sep 72.9%
Oct 73.2%
Nov 71.5%
Dec 72.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Basseterre?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Saint Kitts and Nevis; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 20, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis is January, followed by July and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Basseterre in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 58 in October means 58% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Basseterre Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 87.1°F (30.6°C) and 84.3°F (29.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 4 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Basseterre, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.2°F (31.8°C) and 85.5°F (29.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 8 to 10 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Basseterre to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.8°F (29.3°C) and 83.9°F (28.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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