Tortola, British Virgin Islands

🇻🇬 Tortola, British Virgin Islands



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Humidity79%73%73%74%73%75%77%
Wind37 km/h29 km/h29 km/h27 km/h15 km/h16 km/h22 km/h

Best time to visit British Virgin Islands

The best time to visit Tortola is from January to May, when conditions are warm and relatively dry, with good options for beaches, sailing and sightseeing. June to November is hurricane season, with July to November rated least favourable; December is a reasonable alternative, though north-shore surf can be lively.

JanuaryGreatTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)25Sun Hours8Dry Days10

January is warm and relatively dry, around 21-29°C. It suits sailing, swimming and outdoor exploring, though north-shore surf can be lively.

FebruaryGreatTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)24Sun Hours9Dry Days11

February is warm and dry, around 21-29°C, with comfortable conditions for beaches, sailing and island-hopping.

MarchGreatTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)31Sun Hours9Dry Days13

March is sunny and relatively dry, around 21-29°C. Calm beach days and sailing are well suited to a typical Tortola trip.

AprilGreatTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)35Sun Hours10Dry Days11

April is warm with modest rainfall, around 22-30°C. Swimming, sailing and sightseeing are all good options.

MayGreatTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)73Sun Hours11Dry Days8

May is hot, around 23-31°C, with occasional showers and warm sea conditions. It is a good month for beaches and boating.

JuneOKTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)48Sun Hours11Dry Days12

June is hot and humid, around 24-32°C, with occasional showers. It is hurricane season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

JulyAvoidTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)60Sun Hours11Dry Days8

July is hot and humid, around 24-32°C, with brief showers possible. It is hurricane season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

AugustAvoidTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)93Sun Hours10Dry Days6

August is hot and humid, around 24-32°C, with occasional rain. It is hurricane season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

SeptemberAvoidTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)104Sun Hours9Dry Days7

September is hot and very rainy, around 24-32°C, with peak hurricane risk. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

OctoberAvoidTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)106Sun Hours7Dry Days8

October is hot and very rainy, around 24-31°C, with peak hurricane risk. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

NovemberAvoidTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)97Sun Hours6Dry Days5

November is warm and rainy, around 23-30°C, with hurricane risk that month. North-shore surf can also be lively, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

DecemberOKTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)46Sun Hours7Dry Days9

December is warm and relatively dry, around 22-29°C. Beach days, sailing and sightseeing are appealing, though north-shore surf can be lively.

Sources: caribeez.com

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Brief

  • Try local specialties including fish and fungi, conch, johnnycakes, and Caribbean rum drinks.
  • Tortola's main airport is Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island. Visitors arriving via St. Thomas should allow substantial time for airport security, customs, and ferry connections to Road Town; ferry schedules may be released only around three months ahead, so advance booking is advisable (moorings.com).
  • Rental-car drivers need a BVI driving licence, obtainable locally with a valid licence for a stated US$10 fee (moorings.com).
  • Sailing and inter-island excursions are central to a Tortola visit, but ferry and boat trips can be affected by wind, rain, and sea conditions.

Safety and health

  • After heavy rain, avoid floodwater, muddy soil, and standing water, and cover cuts or burns. These exposures can transmit melioidosis (cdc.gov).
  • Protect against mosquito bites because dengue and Zika occur in the British Virgin Islands. Use repellent, wear covering clothing, and take extra precautions if pregnant or planning pregnancy (cdc.gov).
  • Tick bites can transmit African tick-bite fever; use repellent and check skin and clothing after outdoor activities (cdc.gov).
  • Healthcare is mainly private and can be expensive. Emergency treatment is generally available in Road Town, while serious cases may require transfer to Puerto Rico, so comprehensive travel insurance is advisable (wikivoyage.org).

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