The Weather and Climate in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a nation comprised of the Eastern land masses in the Caribbean. It shares the tropical climate (prevalent on regions situated near the equator) along with its neighbouring islands. Hence, the interplay between dry season and wet season can be observed.

Consistent with the conditions of a tropical climate, the country experiences temperature range of 18°C up to 32°C with an annual average of 26°C. Similarly, annual seawater temperature is stable at 27°C. Also, annual average rainfall is recorded at 2300mm that coincides favourably with increased temperature. Dry spells though is quite dominant (covering seven months from December to June) over stable rainfall spells (covering five months from July to November).

Kingstown being its priced capital settlement best shares a glimpse of the national climatic condition. Temperature is highly stable at 33°C (maximum) and 21° C (minimum) from April to September with minimal fluctuations limited to one or two degrees only. Distribution of rainfall commences on its initial outpour at 110mm (monthly average) from January to May and doubles at 240mm from July to December.

Climate further varies according to the detailed geographic endowments of the country. Northern third region of Saint Vincent is mountainous where precipitation incidence is abundant leaving the rest of the territory which extends to the Geradines, likely dry. Also, hurricane attacks expected from June to November bring out climatic variations that increase prevalence of precipitation even more. Volcanic activities may surprise the populace due to active volcanoes in the North, too.