Best Time to Visit Basse-Terre
The best months to visit Basse-Terre are Jan, Mar, Dec. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jan, Mar, Dec
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Basse-Terre. Expect highs of 27°C to 28°C to 27°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
August
30°C high
Coldest Month
January
23°C low
Driest Month
March
19 rain days
Wettest Month
July
31 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 27°C / Low: 23°C
24 rain days
February
High: 27°C / Low: 23°C
27 rain days
March
High: 28°C / Low: 23°C
19 rain days
April
High: 28°C / Low: 24°C
26 rain days
May
High: 29°C / Low: 25°C
26 rain days
June
High: 29°C / Low: 25°C
30 rain days
July
High: 29°C / Low: 25°C
31 rain days
August
High: 30°C / Low: 25°C
28 rain days
September
High: 30°C / Low: 26°C
23 rain days
October
High: 30°C / Low: 25°C
28 rain days
November
High: 29°C / Low: 24°C
28 rain days
December
High: 27°C / Low: 23°C
23 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Basse-Terre
Peak Season
January, March, December
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
February, April, November
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
May, June, July, August, September, October
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January★ | 27°C | 23°C | 24 | Peak Season |
February | 27°C | 23°C | 27 | Shoulder Season |
March★ | 28°C | 23°C | 19 | Peak Season |
April | 28°C | 24°C | 26 | Shoulder Season |
May | 29°C | 25°C | 26 | Off Season |
June | 29°C | 25°C | 30 | Off Season |
July | 29°C | 25°C | 31 | Off Season |
August | 30°C | 25°C | 28 | Off Season |
September | 30°C | 26°C | 23 | Off Season |
October | 30°C | 25°C | 28 | Off Season |
November | 29°C | 24°C | 28 | Shoulder Season |
December★ | 27°C | 23°C | 23 | Peak Season |
Season Timeline
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Day Trip from Basse-Terre: Scenic Excursion
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Basse-Terre Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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