Introduction. The climate in the Caribbean is tropical and therefore year-round warm to hot, with one or two distinct wet seasons per year. Note that, in the islands and in Belize, the wet season generally coincides with the Atlantic hurricane season, officially running from June 1st till November 30th of each year.

Yes, the Caribbean is consistently warm to hot all year round, with average sea-level temperatures typically ranging from 78°F to 88°F (25°C to 31°C). In 2026, the region continues to experience two primary seasons rather than four: the "Dry Season" (December to May) and the "Wet Season" (June to November). Even in the "coolest" months of January and February, daytime highs rarely drop below 75°F, making it a perennial favorite for sun-seekers. However, "hot" is a relative term; the summer months (July and August) can feel significantly more intense due to extreme humidity, which often pushes the "feels like" temperature well above 95°F. Nighttime temperatures in winter can occasionally dip to a comfortable 65°F in northern islands like the Bahamas or Cuba, but for the vast majority of the Caribbean, tropical heat is a permanent fixture of the climate.