British Virgin Islands: When to Go

The peak tourist season is December to May, but this has more to do with the weather in North America and Europe than it does with the reliably balmy Virgin Islands weather. It's therefore best to visit outside this period, when you can expect room rates to be about two-thirds of those charged during the busier months. An additional draw is that the calmer weather between April and August tends to keep the waters clearer for diving.

Weather

Reliably Caribbean, the weather in the British Virgins is balmy, with daily highs between a cosy 25°C (77°F) in winter and 28°C (82°F) in summer. Perhaps the most pleasant climatic aspect of these islands is the combination of the trade winds that keep humidity low and the Caribbean currents that keep waters warm. The wettest months, September through November, bring powerful but usually short bursts of rain, and although they hold the slim possibility of hurricanes, they are unlikely to dampen your visit.