The best times to visit Couva for ideal weather are

February 5th to April 15th

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

 

 


Other Couva Travel Info

Weather in Couva

Temperature

Average temperatures in Couva vary barely at all. 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 6th 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 Couva, the hottest months are May, September, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid May where highs are regularly around 93.7°F (34.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75°F (23.9°C) at night.

Couva Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Couva 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.

Couva Perceived Temperature (F)

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Couva Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Couva 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 88.7 78.9 71.5
Feb 89.3 79.2 71.5
Mar 90.3 80 72.3
Apr 91.6 81.3 73.9
May 92 82.3 75.3
Jun 90.8 81.6 75.4
Jul 90.7 81.5 75.1
Aug 92.2 81.7 74.8
Sep 93 82.3 75.1
Oct 92.4 81.6 74.7
Nov 90.7 80.5 74
Dec 89.5 79.6 72.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.5 26.1 21.9
Feb 31.8 26.2 21.9
Mar 32.4 26.7 22.4
Apr 33.1 27.4 23.3
May 33.3 27.9 24.1
Jun 32.7 27.6 24.1
Jul 32.6 27.5 23.9
Aug 33.4 27.6 23.8
Sep 33.9 27.9 23.9
Oct 33.6 27.6 23.7
Nov 32.6 26.9 23.3
Dec 31.9 26.4 22.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Couva are March, 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 January. For example, on the week of January 15th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid August with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of August 6th.

When can you find snow in Couva? 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 Couva.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Couva (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 24% 0 3.1
Feb 15% 0 2.3
Mar 12% 0 1.5
Apr 15% 0 1.8
May 23% 0 4
Jun 40% 0 7.7
Jul 43% 0 7.7
Aug 49% 0 9.7
Sep 30% 0 6.4
Oct 37% 0 6.7
Nov 39% 0 7.5
Dec 39% 0 6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 7.9
Feb 15 0 5.8
Mar 12 0 3.8
Apr 15 0 4.6
May 23 0 10.2
Jun 40 0 19.6
Jul 43 0 19.6
Aug 49 0 24.6
Sep 30 0 16.3
Oct 37 0 17
Nov 39 0 19.1
Dec 39 0 15.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Couva has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (67.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (78.5%).

Wind in Couva is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by April and March. May’s average wind speed of around 6.8 knots (7.8 MPH or 12.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 16.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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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 5.6 Light breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Feb 6.4 Light breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Mar 6.4 Light breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Apr 6.6 Light breeze 15 Significant breeze
May 6.8 Light breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Jul 4.7 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Aug 3.1 Barely noticeable 11.7 Significant breeze
Sep 3.3 Barely noticeable 11.6 Significant breeze
Oct 3.5 Barely noticeable 12.5 Significant breeze
Nov 4.2 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Dec 4.7 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 72.8%
Feb 69.1%
Mar 67.7%
Apr 68.3%
May 69.3%
Jun 74.8%
Jul 75%
Aug 75.5%
Sep 74.4%
Oct 76.3%
Nov 78.5%
Dec 76.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Couva?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Trinidad and Tobago; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Couva, Trinidad and Tobago is May, followed by January and February. 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 Couva 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 59.7 in October means 59.7% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Couva Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 92.2°F (33.4°C) and 89.8°F (32.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 12 to 15 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Couva, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 93.7°F (34.3°C) and 90°F (32.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 9 to 12 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Couva to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 90°F (32.2°C) and 88.1°F (31.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 12 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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