As for rainfall, averages vary across the region, with the driest islands — Anguilla and Aruba — lying at the Caribbean's northern and southern extremities.
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Looking for the lowest chance of getting rained in? Aruba is known as one of the sunniest islands in the Caribbean and historically receives a very low amount of rain.
What month should you avoid in the Caribbean? Due to the risk of hurricanes, September and October are the months when it is wise to avoid the Caribbean.
Lucia during mid-April to June or October to November (shoulder seasons) to avoid crowds. Mid-April to June is the better shoulder season for good, dry weather. The worst times to visit St. Lucia are the months of August, September, or October – the rainiest period of the year here with increased hurricane risk.
On the basis of crime rates, some of the least safe Caribbean Islands to visit include Puerto Rico, Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago. As we noted though, most crime in the Caribbean is an internal problem and is linked to inner-city areas well away from tourist resorts.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS), hurricane season in the Caribbean runs from June 1 through November 30 and normally peaks in August and September. The Caribbean region is a part of the Atlantic hurricane season, which also impacts Florida and other parts of the coastal southern United States.
Saint Lucia is located in the southeastern part of the Caribbean basin and is a long distance from the so-called “hurricane belt” that affects the northern part of the basin and the USA.
Jamaica. Jamaica is consistently one of the warmest Caribbean islands. Its diverse countryside includes rainforests, mountains and reef-lined beaches. The low humidity in January makes it a great month to explore the island's many sights, and the warm waters are perfect for snorkelling.
You don't want to head to the north for a white Christmas and find sunny skies waiting. Nor do you want to head to a Caribbean beach and find only drizzly rain to greet you. Fortunately, the TCI has your back! The Turks and Caicos are, by far, the best Caribbean Island to visit year-round.
The Caribbean has a tropical climate so you'll find hot and sunny weather all year round. Most islands have a rainy season, usually from May to October. You'll get higher temperatures, humidity and more rain at this time.
September is the cheapest time to book a Caribbean holiday as it falls in the middle of hurricane season. However, don't let that put you off, as this usually just means there's a greater chance of showers at that time. Hurricane season in the Caribbean runs from June 1 to November 30.
Places to avoid in BarbadosThe State Department has some insight to offer in this regard, too. They recommend avoiding Bridgetown (specifically Nelson Street and Wellington Street), and Crab Hill.
It is possible to catch several mosquito-borne illnesses in Saint Lucia so it is a very good idea to avoid bites wherever possible. To avoid being bitten by mosquitos on Saint Lucia: opt for loose neutral-coloured clothing with good limb coverage. treat clothing and your body with a reliable insect repellent.