The best times to visit Marigot Bay for ideal weather are

February 26th to April 1st

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

 

 


Other Marigot Bay Travel Info

Weather in Marigot Bay

Temperature

Average temperatures in Marigot Bay 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 bottom 1 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 Marigot Bay, the hottest months are September, October, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early September where highs are regularly around 89.8°F (32.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.8°F (24.9°C) at night.

Marigot Bay Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Marigot Bay 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.

Marigot Bay Perceived Temperature (F)

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Marigot Bay Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Marigot Bay 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 84.8 79.8 73.4
Feb 85 79.8 73.1
Mar 85.5 80.2 73.4
Apr 86.4 81.3 74.5
May 88 83 76.3
Jun 88 83.4 77.1
Jul 88.1 83.4 76.8
Aug 88.4 83.4 76.7
Sep 89.3 84.1 76.4
Oct 88.8 83.5 76.1
Nov 87.3 82.2 75.5
Dec 85.5 80.7 74.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.3 26.6 23
Feb 29.4 26.6 22.8
Mar 29.7 26.8 23
Apr 30.2 27.4 23.6
May 31.1 28.3 24.6
Jun 31.1 28.6 25.1
Jul 31.2 28.6 24.9
Aug 31.3 28.6 24.8
Sep 31.8 28.9 24.7
Oct 31.6 28.6 24.5
Nov 30.7 27.9 24.2
Dec 29.7 27.1 23.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Marigot Bay are March, February, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early March. For example, on the week of March 5th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late October to early November with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of October 29th.

When can you find snow in Marigot Bay? 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 Marigot Bay.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Marigot Bay (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 37% 0 3.8
Feb 24% 0 2.5
Mar 21% 0 2.7
Apr 31% 0 5.2
May 29% 0 5.3
Jun 34% 0 5.3
Jul 44% 0 7.6
Aug 49% 0 8
Sep 37% 0 6.6
Oct 47% 0 7.3
Nov 44% 0 8.4
Dec 32% 0 6.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 37 0 9.7
Feb 24 0 6.4
Mar 21 0 6.9
Apr 31 0 13.2
May 29 0 13.5
Jun 34 0 13.5
Jul 44 0 19.3
Aug 49 0 20.3
Sep 37 0 16.8
Oct 47 0 18.5
Nov 44 0 21.3
Dec 32 0 15.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Marigot Bay has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (65.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (73.2%).

Wind in Marigot Bay is usually moderate. The windiest month is June, followed by February and January. June’s average wind speed of around 9.3 knots (10.8 MPH or 17.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late June where average top sustained speeds reach 14.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Feb 9.3 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Mar 8.7 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Apr 8.6 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
May 8.9 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Jun 9.3 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Jul 8.8 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Aug 7.2 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 6.2 Light breeze 10.7 Significant breeze
Oct 6.5 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Nov 7 Gentle breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Dec 7.8 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 68.5%
Feb 66%
Mar 65.4%
Apr 68.4%
May 68.1%
Jun 69.3%
Jul 70.8%
Aug 73.1%
Sep 71.5%
Oct 72.3%
Nov 73.2%
Dec 70.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Marigot Bay?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Saint Lucia; 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 Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Marigot Bay, St Lucia is January, followed by February and March. 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 Marigot Bay 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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.6 in October means 50.6% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Marigot Bay Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.6°F (31.4°C) and 85°F (29.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow 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 10 to 15 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Marigot Bay, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.8°F (32.1°C) and 86.1°F (30.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 11 to 15 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 Marigot Bay to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 86.1°F (30.1°C) and 84.2°F (29°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 11 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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