Antigua & Barbuda
Three hundred and sixty-five beaches, one for every day of the year according to the brochure, a historic dockyard where Nelson's fleet used to shelter, and sailing as the default afternoon plan.
The best time to visit Antigua & Barbuda is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (83°F). Local time there is 18:28 (UTC-4).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 81°F · rain 1.8in · 11.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Osbourn, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C81°F | 46mm1.8in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| February | 27°C81°F | 51mm2.0in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
| March | 28°C82°F | 52mm2.0in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 28°C83°F | 52mm2.0in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| May | 29°C85°F | 55mm2.2in | 12.9h12.9h | |
| June | 30°C86°F | 70mm2.8in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| July | 30°C86°F | 85mm3.3in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| August | 30°C87°F | 100mm3.9in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| September | 31°C87°F | 117mm4.6in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 30°C85°F | 130mm5.1in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| November | 29°C84°F | 90mm3.5in | 11.3h11.3h | |
| December | 28°C83°F | 50mm2.0in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- XCD · Eastern Caribbean dollar
- Language
- English
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, no adapter needed. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Antigua & Barbuda?
The best time to visit Antigua & Barbuda is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 29°C (83°F).
How warm does Antigua & Barbuda get?
Typical daytime highs in Antigua & Barbuda are Mar–May 29°C (83°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (86°F), Sep–Nov 30°C (85°F), Dec–Feb 28°C (82°F).
Is Antigua & Barbuda expensive?
On the ground, Antigua & Barbuda is high-end.
What sort of trip is Antigua & Barbuda good for?
Antigua & Barbuda is good for sunshine and salt water, an unhurried pace, landscape doing the heavy lifting, eating extremely well.