Weather in St. Kitts (Basseterre)
What's the weather like in St. Kitts (Basseterre)?
St. Kitts (Basseterre) has a moderate climate and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 26°C (80°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in July, with overnight lows around 24°C (75°F) and 26°C (79°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit St. Kitts (Basseterre) are January through April, and November through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Region
- Caribbean
- Time zone
- America/St_Kitts
- Coordinates
- 17.296, -62.726
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 80°F | 24°C / 75°F | 44 mm | 26 | — |
| February | 26°C / 80°F | 24°C / 74°F | 41 mm | 24 | — |
| March | 27°C / 80°F | 24°C / 75°F | 38 mm | 25 | — |
| April | 27°C / 81°F | 24°C / 76°F | 53 mm | 24 | — |
| May | 28°C / 83°F | 25°C / 77°F | 62 mm | 27 | — |
| June | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 48 mm | 26 | — |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 70 mm | 28 | — |
| August | 29°C / 85°F | 26°C / 79°F | 100 mm | 29 | — |
| September | 29°C / 85°F | 26°C / 79°F | 122 mm | 27 | — |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 115 mm | 29 | — |
| November | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 78°F | 100 mm | 27 | — |
| December | 27°C / 81°F | 25°C / 76°F | 53 mm | 24 | — |
St. Kitts (Basseterre) by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit St. Kitts (Basseterre)?
The most comfortable months in St. Kitts (Basseterre) are usually January, February, March, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in St. Kitts (Basseterre)?
September is typically the hottest month in St. Kitts (Basseterre), averaging a high of 29°C (85°F).
What is the coldest month in St. Kitts (Basseterre)?
February is usually the coldest, with average lows around 24°C (74°F).
Does it snow in St. Kitts (Basseterre)?
Snow is rare in St. Kitts (Basseterre); the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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