The best times to visit West End for ideal weather are

December 3rd to May 6th

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

 

 


Other West End Travel Info

Weather in West End

Temperature

Average temperatures in West End vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 19th 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 West End, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 90.6°F (32.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.5°F (26.4°C) at night.

West End Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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West End 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.

West End Perceived Temperature (F)

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West End Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average West End 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 83.8 79.1 73.4
Feb 84.3 79.4 73.3
Mar 84.5 79.7 73.3
Apr 86.5 82 75.9
May 87.9 83.3 76.9
Jun 89.1 84.7 78.4
Jul 90.3 85.7 78.7
Aug 90.4 85.8 79
Sep 89.8 85 77.9
Oct 88.5 83.6 76.9
Nov 85.9 81.4 75.7
Dec 84.5 79.9 74

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 28.8 26.2 23
Feb 29.1 26.3 22.9
Mar 29.2 26.5 22.9
Apr 30.3 27.8 24.4
May 31.1 28.5 24.9
Jun 31.7 29.3 25.8
Jul 32.4 29.8 25.9
Aug 32.4 29.9 26.1
Sep 32.1 29.4 25.5
Oct 31.4 28.7 24.9
Nov 29.9 27.4 24.3
Dec 29.2 26.6 23.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in West End are February, April, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid March. For example, on the week of March 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late October with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of October 22nd.

When can you find snow in West End? 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 West End.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in West End (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 6% 0 1.2
Feb 4% 0 0.4
Mar 6% 0 0.6
Apr 6% 0 0.8
May 16% 0 3.5
Jun 21% 0 5.2
Jul 14% 0 3.3
Aug 18% 0 2.8
Sep 26% 0 5.1
Oct 31% 0 7
Nov 19% 0 4
Dec 12% 0 2.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 0 3
Feb 4 0 1
Mar 6 0 1.5
Apr 6 0 2
May 16 0 8.9
Jun 21 0 13.2
Jul 14 0 8.4
Aug 18 0 7.1
Sep 26 0 13
Oct 31 0 17.8
Nov 19 0 10.2
Dec 12 0 5.6

 

Humidity and Wind

West End has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (70.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (75.9%).

Wind in West End is usually moderate. The windiest month is November, followed by March and January. November’s average wind speed of around 10 knots (11.5 MPH or 18.5 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 mid to late November where average top sustained speeds reach 14.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9.7 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Feb 9.1 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Mar 9.7 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Apr 8.9 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
May 8 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Jun 8.3 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Jul 8 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Aug 7.3 Gentle breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Sep 6.5 Light breeze 10.8 Significant breeze
Oct 7.6 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Nov 10 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Dec 9.5 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 73.5%
Feb 71.2%
Mar 70.4%
Apr 71.7%
May 73.3%
Jun 74.9%
Jul 72.2%
Aug 72.7%
Sep 75.6%
Oct 75.9%
Nov 73.1%
Dec 74%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to West End?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the Cayman Islands; 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 23, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in West End, the Cayman Islands is January, followed by December 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 West End in June. 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 43.2 in June means 43.2% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall West End Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.2°F (31.2°C) and 83.6°F (28.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 hot weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 4 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in West End, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.1°F (32.3°C) and 84.9°F (29.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 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 West End to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.7°F (29.3°C) and 83.6°F (28.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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