Saint Kitts and Nevis
A hilltop fortress so imposing it is nicknamed the Gibraltar of the West Indies, a scenic railway that used to haul sugarcane now hauling tourists instead, and a sister island across a narrow strait quiet enough to feel like a secret.
The best time to visit Saint Kitts and Nevis is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (82°F). Local time there is 21:23 (UTC-4).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 80°F · rain 2.1in · 11.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Basseterre, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C80°F | 54mm2.1in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| February | 26°C80°F | 50mm2.0in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
| March | 27°C80°F | 50mm2.0in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 27°C81°F | 56mm2.2in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| May | 28°C83°F | 54mm2.1in | 12.9h12.9h | |
| June | 29°C84°F | 59mm2.3in | 13.2h13.2h | |
| July | 29°C85°F | 84mm3.3in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| August | 30°C85°F | 91mm3.6in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| September | 30°C85°F | 116mm4.6in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 29°C84°F | 120mm4.7in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| November | 28°C83°F | 83mm3.3in | 11.3h11.3h | |
| December | 27°C81°F | 58mm2.3in | 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis?
The best time to visit Saint Kitts and Nevis is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (82°F).
How warm does Saint Kitts and Nevis get?
Typical daytime highs in Saint Kitts and Nevis are Mar–May 28°C (82°F), Jun–Aug 29°C (85°F), Sep–Nov 29°C (84°F), Dec–Feb 27°C (80°F).
Is Saint Kitts and Nevis expensive?
On the ground, Saint Kitts and Nevis is mid-range.
What sort of trip is Saint Kitts and Nevis good for?
Saint Kitts and Nevis is good for sunshine and salt water, an unhurried pace, old stones and real towns, landscape doing the heavy lifting.