Best time to visit the British Virgin Islands

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When is the best time to visit British Virgin Islands?

The best time to visit British Virgin Islands (Tortola) is March based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • 28°C maximum daytime temperature in January in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)28
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  • 28°C maximum daytime temperature in March in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)28
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  • 29°C maximum daytime temperature in April in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)29
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  • 29°C maximum daytime temperature in May in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)29
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  • 30°C maximum daytime temperature in June in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)30
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  • 30°C maximum daytime temperature in July in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)30
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  • 31°C maximum daytime temperature in August in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)31
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  • 31°C maximum daytime temperature in September in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)31
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  • 30°C maximum daytime temperature in October in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)30
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  • 29°C maximum daytime temperature in November in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)29
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  • 28°C maximum daytime temperature in December in British Virgin Islands (Tortola)28
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Which is the hottest month in the British Virgin Islands?

The hottest time of year in Tortola, British Virgin Islands is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in the British Virgin Islands?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Tortola, British Virgin Islands with 161mm on average. There are normally 19 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in the British Virgin Islands?

The sunniest time of year in Tortola, British Virgin Islands is normally March with bright sunshine on average for 73% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in the British Virgin Islands?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Tortola, British Virgin Islands in September when the water temperature reaches 29°C.

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The weather guide for British Virgin Islands (Tortola) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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