U.S. Virgin Islands Weather - Climate Information - Best Time to Visit

The Virgin Islands, just 18° north of the equator, has a true tropical climate. The peak period for visiting is January through April. However, some of the best snorkeling is in early summer, when the whens are calm and the water flat.

The U.S. Virgin Islands has year-round warm temperatures. With average temperatures ranging from 77°F in winter to 82°F in summer, the U.S. Virgin Islands is an ideal destination any time of the year. The hottest months are August and September, when the day temperatures can average in the 90s F/32-38 C. Winter is about 5 F/3 C cooler than the rest of the year, and it's a good idea to take a sweater for the evenings any time you visit: Trade winds blow continuously.

Summer daytime temperatures range from the high 80s to low 90s, and winter temperatures range from the high 70s to low 80s. Expect rain all year long, with October and November being the wettest months, and February and March being the driest. There is more rain during the fall than at other times, but most rain, no matter what time of year, is confined to brief, intense showers.

June-November is officially the hurricane season, though it's usually still a fine time to go (if you're worried that a hurricane might come through, get trip-cancellation insurance that covers inclement weather). Hurricane season centers around August and September.