Is it worth going to the Caribbean in August?

Visiting the Caribbean in August offers a great chance to experience some of the most stunning islands in the world without having to worry about crowded beaches and peak pricing. Some of these islands sit outside of the hurricane belt, and those that do not have historically low rainfall during this time.



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In August the southern islands of the Caribbean, including Barbados, are beautifully warm with average highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. It's also a wet month, with around 150mm of rain expected across 16 showery days.

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The best time to visit the Caribbean is in the dry season, from mid-December through April.

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Aside from the prices, summer is the worst time for most people to visit the Caribbean. The weather can be uncomfortably hot and muggy at the best of times. More important, summer is also the hurricane season. The risk of hurricanes is especially high in August and September.

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Caribbean Seasons
Rain is more frequent in the wet season, but the temperatures are warmer. Wet season and dry season are both good times to cruise the Caribbean. The worst time for a Caribbean cruise weather-wise is August to September, as it is peak hurricane season.

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Caribbean islands to avoid in August include the Bahamas, Barbados, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Puerto Rico and St. Lucia. They all average at least five to six inches of rain historically and sometimes as much as 10 inches.

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As hurricane season looms, many travelers may be wondering where it is safe to travel during the summer months. Typically, travelers may want to be wary of locations like Bermuda, the Bahamas, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Southeast and Gulf coasts during hurricane season.

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