Where is the best weather in the Caribbean in September?
Grand Cayman lies in the northern reaches of the Caribbean and tends to receive fewer storms than some of the other Caribbean locations, making it one of the best islands to visit in September.
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Aruba. When travelers think of safe islands to visit during hurricane season, the “ABC Islands” of Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao often come to mind.
Aruba. When travelers think of safe islands to visit during hurricane season, the “ABC Islands” of Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao often come to mind. Of the three, Aruba is the best option for points travelers.
Barbados. While technically a part of the hurricane belt, Barbados has not been affected by a hurricane since 1955; instead, its reputation for laid-back living, spectacular natural scenery, pleasant weather and exceptional resorts has seen it become one of the UK's favourite long-haul destinations.
September is the peak of the Caribbean's hurricane season. However, you can dramatically reduce your risk of being affected by choosing the right island. Across the Caribbean, if you stay for a week in September, you have only a 2% of being affected by a tropical storm. But September is low season, so prices are lower.
From July through September, Aruba experiences its highest temperatures. July highs average 89? (31.6?), with August and September highs averaging one degree more at 90? (32.2 ?). The reliable tradewinds mitigate the heat. Keep cool with snorkeling, scuba diving, and swimming from some of Aruba's best beaches.
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.
September's a wet month in the Bahamas and it gets an average of 178mm of rain across 22 rain-affected days. You'll need a waterproof jacket in case you get caught in a shower. The wind speed's moderate and won't make you feel cold, but the UV, heat and humidity levels are high.
The average high in St Lucia is 31ºC in September so you can look forward to plenty of time on the beach. Temperatures only fall to 24ºC at night, meaning you won't need anything more than shorts and t-shirt for the evenings. The sea temperature's 29ºC, which is perfect for swimming, while humidity's high.
The top destination for September cruises is the Mediterranean. You can also cruise around the Canaries, the Caribbean, Northern Europe and Asia. Cruises in September are available with Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises and Princess Cruises.
September in Mexico is the rainy season with the biggest chance for hurricanes in many areas. In Baja California, tropical storms are common during this time with temperatures around 95-105 °F. It tends to also get rainy but since it is hot, an umbrella is better suited than a jacket.
Caribbean Weather in SeptemberTwo things to be aware of this month are heavier rainfall and hurricanes. Most Caribbean destinations will experience their highest amount of rainfall either this month or next, and some places, like St Lucia, will have more rainy days than sunny ones.