Saint Lucia, Central America & Caribbean

St. Lucia in August

Rainy and humid, with low prices. Watch the forecast; tropical waves pass through regularly.

TradeoffsHot and wet, highs near 88F (31C)

The Pitons, St. Lucia — St. LuciaPhoto: Rennboot, CC BY-SA 3.0

The straight answer

August is a month of real tradeoffs in St. Lucia. Rainy and humid, with low prices. Watch the forecast; tropical waves pass through regularly.

Weather: Hot and wet, highs near 88F (31C)
Crowds: 2 of 5
Prices: 2 of 5

What August is like in St. Lucia

August is hot and wet, with highs near 88F (31C) and humid air. Tropical waves pass through regularly, bringing rain and wind. Prices are low and crowds thin. Emancipation Day on August 1 closes government offices and some shops. The sea stays warm, and there are still plenty of sunny hours between showers.

It is a mixed month. It suits budget travelers who want deals and can handle rain. Families should watch the forecast and choose resorts with plenty to do indoors and a good kids' club. For reliable sunshine, go from January through May.

Make the most of August

What is especially good about St. Lucia this month.

Low rates

Resorts offer some of their best deals of the year.

Quiet Pitons

Fewer visitors mean the Soufriere area and its sights are calm.

Rainforest waterfalls

The rain keeps waterfalls full and the forest green.

What to pack for August

A rain jacket
Quick-dry clothes
Water shoes
Insect repellent

Our timing tip

In August, buy travel insurance and book refundable rooms in case a tropical storm changes your plans.

Book St. Lucia for August.

Sponsored links to Expedia and Vrbo. We may earn a commission; it never changes a verdict.

Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in St. Lucia
Opens a hotel search for St. Lucia in August, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
Hotels for August
Vacation rentals. Vrbo
Vacation rentals in St. Lucia
Whole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
Rentals on Vrbo
Tours and tickets. Expedia
Tours and tickets in St. Lucia
Timed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in St. Lucia for August. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
Tours and tickets

What's on in August

Gros Islet Friday Night Street Party

Every Friday night, year-round

A weekly party in Gros Islet with food stalls and music. The easiest way to experience local nightlife.

Things to do in St. Lucia

Full guide

Gros Piton hike

A steep, guided climb of a few hours round trip. Start early in the dry season; the trail is slick and hot later in the day.

Tickets and tours →

Tet Paul Nature Trail

A short, easy trail near Soufriere with one of the best views of the Pitons. Great for non-hikers.

Official site ↗Tickets and tours →

Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens

Gardens and a mineral-tinted waterfall near Soufriere, with historic mineral baths.

Official site ↗Tickets and tours →

Sulphur Springs

The volcanic vents and mud baths near Soufriere. Go early before tour groups arrive.

Tickets and tours →

Pigeon Island National Landmark

Fort ruins and hilltop views at the north end, connected to the mainland near Rodney Bay.

Tickets and tours →

Marigot Bay

A sheltered bay surrounded by hills, known for yachts and sunset drinks. Calm and beautiful year-round.

Tickets and tours →

Beat the crowds

Visit Sulphur Springs, Diamond Falls, and Tet Paul at opening time, before the cruise and day-trip groups arrive from the north.
Base in Soufriere, near the Pitons, instead of Rodney Bay if you want nature and quiet. The drive between the two takes over an hour on winding roads.
Travel in May and early June for dry-season weather at shoulder prices.
Check the Castries cruise schedule: popular sights and beaches are busier on ship days.

Know before you go

September and October: some smaller hotels and restaurants close for maintenance. The major resorts mostly stay open.
After heavy rain, the west coast road between Castries and Soufriere can be closed by landslides. Allow extra time in the rainy season.
The Gros Piton trail and rainforest trails can be muddy and slippery from June to November; guides may cancel after heavy rain.
Public holidays such as Independence Day, Emancipation Day (August 1), and Carnival Monday and Tuesday close government offices and some shops.