When to Port of Spain
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January marks the heart of the dry season with pleasant conditions and moderate rainfall. Temperatures are comfortable with highs of 87°F and it's one of the most popular months for visitors. The weather is ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing.
February
February continues the dry season with even less rainfall than January. This is Carnival season, making it one of the most exciting times to visit. Temperatures rise slightly to 88°F with minimal precipitation.
March
March is the driest month of the year with only 1.6 inches of rainfall. Temperatures continue to climb to 89°F, and it remains an excellent time for outdoor activities. The dry conditions make it perfect for exploring the city and surrounding areas.
April
April sees the warmest temperatures of the dry season at 91°F with still relatively low rainfall. The weather remains excellent for tourism, though humidity begins to build as the wet season approaches. It's still considered prime visiting time.
May
May marks the transition from dry to wet season with rainfall more than doubling to 4.3 inches. Temperatures moderate slightly to 90°F, and afternoon showers become more common. Tourist crowds begin to thin as the wet season approaches.
June
June officially begins the wet season with a dramatic increase in rainfall to 9.6 inches. Temperatures remain warm at 89°F, but frequent showers and thunderstorms become the norm. This marks the beginning of the hurricane season.
July
July continues the wet season pattern with 9.0 inches of rainfall and consistent temperatures of 89°F. Daily afternoon showers are common, though mornings often start clear. Tourist numbers remain low due to the frequent precipitation.
August
August is the wettest month of the year with 10.1 inches of rainfall. Temperatures rise to 90°F, and heavy downpours are frequent. Despite the rain, temperatures remain consistently warm, and the landscape is at its most lush and green.
September
September maintains wet season conditions with 7.1 inches of rainfall and the year's highest temperatures at 91°F. This is peak hurricane season for the Atlantic, though Trinidad rarely experiences direct impacts. Afternoon thunderstorms are common.
October
October continues the wet season with 7.6 inches of rainfall and temperatures at 90°F. While still experiencing frequent showers, the rainfall begins to show signs of the eventual transition toward the dry season. Tourist activity remains limited.
November
November sees increased rainfall to 8.8 inches with temperatures moderating to 89°F. The wet season continues with frequent showers and thunderstorms. The hurricane season officially ends, though local weather patterns maintain the rainy conditions.
December
December begins the transition toward the dry season with rainfall decreasing to 5.9 inches. Temperatures cool slightly to 88°F, and tourist numbers start to increase as the weather becomes more predictable. Holiday visitors begin to arrive.