What major hurricanes hit St Kitts?

Major hurricanes hit St. Kitts in 1899, 1924, and number four of 1928, is considered to be a very severe category hurricane. In 1989 Hurricane Hugo impacted St. Kitts and in 1995 Hurricanes Luis and Marilyn had severe impact on the island during September.



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June to November is the official hurricane season, although storms only usually hit during September or October.

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There is officially no such thing as a Category 6 hurricane. But the idea of revising or adding to the scale has been discussed by some climate scientists who believe the current categories may not be adequate for increasingly extreme storms in the future.

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Kitts and Nevis have a wet season between July and December, during which the islands receive up to 150-250 mm of rainfall per month, and a drier season between January and April. Mean annual precipitation on Nevis is about 1170 mm, while the average rainfall in St. Kitts is strongly related to altitude.

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Don't carry large amounts of money with you. Keep your doors locked while driving and watch out for hazards on the road. LGBTQ+ visitors should avoid displays of physical affection when in public areas as St. Kitts and Nevis are part of the Caribbean nations that have outlawed homosexual relations.

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Crime. Most visits are trouble-free, but there have been incidents of crime including murder, armed robbery and sexual assault. You should maintain at least the same level of personal security awareness as you would in the UK and make sure your accommodation is secure.

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It is more expensive to live in St Kitts and Nevis than in most of the Caribbean islands due to the fact that the country has to import many of its products. However, the favorable tax system makes up for the extra spending.

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Kittian Village is a luxurious, purpose-built resort area on the eastern coast of St Kitts, around 20 minutes' drive from the capital. With a host of hotels and many restaurants to choose from, this is the most popular place to stay on the island.

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Nevis is known for its quiet atmosphere, while St. Kitts is known for its vibrant nightlife. If you are looking for a relaxing getaway with plenty of beach time, Nevis may be a better fit.

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The Nevis to St Kitts crossing is a significant open water swim of 4.1 km/2.5mile across The Narrows. Conditions during the event may be challenging and swimmers should have a good understanding of open water swimming.

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St. Kitts and Nevis is categorised by the US State Department as a Country/Jurisdiction of Primary Concern in respect of Money Laundering and Financial Crimes.

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