What time of the year is the Caribbean sea the calmest?

For many people, the best months to sail in the Caribbean are March and April, with calm seas, long sunny days, and excellent underwater visibility for divers.



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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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Expect Rougher Caribbean Seas in the North and East Rough Waters: When one body of water runs into another, waves tend to be higher and rougher. Although the Caribbean is generally known for smooth sailing, it can get choppy in areas where it meets up with the Atlantic Ocean.

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February Weather in the Caribbean. The weather across islands of the Caribbean in February is relatively unvaried and generally pleasant wherever you go. Wind can sometimes make the ocean choppy throughout February, but you can pretty much depend on good beach weather most days.

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The best time for a Caribbean cruise is from December to April when the weather is dry, sunny, and clear skies on most days. The ideal cruising conditions of mild temperatures and calm waters typically last throughout winter and spring, making it the prime Caribbean sailing season and very traveler-friendly.

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The good news is that cruise ships will rarely travel through a rough sea. They are equipped with the latest in weather tracking information and navigation systems so they can avoid any potential storm or heavy seas.

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Here are cruise itineraries where you are less likely to get seasick.
  • The Caribbean:Cruise in winter and you are unlikely to encounter much in the way of choppiness. ...
  • Alaska's Inside Passage: The waters here are sheltered and nearly always calm.


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Hurricane Season Storms in August and October have a moderate risk of developing into hurricanes while September has the highest risk of all. For these reasons, September is the worst month of the year to take a cruise.

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Storms in August and October have a moderate risk of developing into hurricanes while September has the highest risk of all. For these reasons, September is the worst month of the year to take a cruise.

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The rainiest months are May and June. Hurricane season for the Bahamas and the Caribbean lasts from June to November, with peak hurricane season being from August to October.

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Cruise ships are designed to be incredibly safe in storms. They have advanced navigation systems and stabilizers that help them stay on course, even in rough seas. The hulls of the ships are also built to withstand strong winds and waves, so they can handle most storms without any issues.

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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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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.

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When is hurricane season in the Caribbean? Officially the hurricane season in the Caribbean is between June 1 and November 30, but in reality rains can come as early as May, and linger later.

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If you want the best weather, you will want to cruise to the Bahamas in November, late April, or Early May. All of these months fall outside of the rainy season, as well as hurricane season. Plus, you are unlikely to encounter a cold front in November.

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