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Antigua month by month
Weather, events and value through the year, so you can pick your perfect week.
Antigua is warm all year, at 28 to 31°C with sea temperatures of 26 to 29°C. What changes is the rainfall, the crowds and the price.
Month by month
When to go to Antigua
Peak season runs from mid-December to April, the shoulder months are May, June and November, and July to October is the quieter season. Tap a month to jump to it.
Peak season
Antigua in January
Dry, sunny and breezy. New Year week is the busiest and most expensive of the year, then things calm down from the second week of January, which is a lovely and slightly better-value time to go.
Peak season
Antigua in February
One of the best months of all, with dry, sunny days. February half-term is very popular with families and Valentine's week with couples, so book early.
Peak season
Antigua in March
Dry and sunny. The Antigua Racing Cup brings fast racing yachts to Nelson's Dockyard from 17 to 21 March 2027. Easter falls early in 2027, with Good Friday on 26 March, so expect Easter holiday demand at the end of the month.
Peak season
Antigua in April
Still wonderfully dry, and the island's sailing month. The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta runs from 14 to 19 April 2027, then Antigua Sailing Week follows from 21 to 25 April, filling English and Falmouth Harbours with yachts and parties. Hotels in the south get busy, so book early if you want to join in.
Shoulder season
Antigua in May
Warm and quieter, with good value as high-season rates end. A lovely time for couples and anyone who wants the beaches to themselves.
Shoulder season
Antigua in June
Great value and long sunny days. Hurricane season officially starts on 1 June, but the risk is lowest early in the season. Our example low-season prices are based on a week in mid-June.
Quieter season
Antigua in July
Hot and humid, with short tropical showers and good-value rates. Antigua Carnival gets going in late July, with calypso, soca and steel pan.
Quieter season
Antigua in August
Carnival time: the celebrations build to Carnival Monday and Tuesday on 2 and 3 August 2027. It is the UK summer holidays, so families find good value, but this is the heart of hurricane season, so good travel insurance is essential.
Quieter season
Antigua in September
The quietest month and peak hurricane season. Some hotels and restaurants close for a few weeks, so we will steer you to the ones that are open, which often have some of the best rates of the year.
Quieter season
Antigua in October
Still warm, humid and quiet, with hurricane season continuing. Some hotels reopen during the month after their annual break, and October half-term can be good value for families who don't mind the odd shower.
Shoulder season
Antigua in November
The weather settles as hurricane season ends on 30 November, and Independence Day on 1 November is celebrated across the island. A great-value month before the Christmas rush.
Peak season
Antigua in December
Early December is quiet, warm and good value. From mid-December it is peak season, and Christmas and New Year are the busiest, most expensive weeks of the year. Many hotels set minimum stays, so book as early as you can.
What's on
Antigua events calendar 2027
Plan around these, or join in. Dates are set by the organisers and can change, so we always double-check before you book.
| Event | Dates | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Antigua Racing Cup | 17 to 21 March 2027 | High-performance racing yachts at Nelson's Dockyard. |
| Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta | 14 to 19 April 2027 | Beautiful classic yachts, tall ships and a festive atmosphere at Nelson's Dockyard. |
| Antigua Sailing Week | 21 to 25 April 2027 | The island's best-known regatta, with racing by day and parties by night around English and Falmouth Harbours. |
| Antigua Carnival | Late July to 3 August 2027 | Calypso, soca, steel pan and costumed parades, building to Carnival Monday and Tuesday on 2 and 3 August. |
| Independence Day | 1 November | Celebrations across the island to mark independence in 1981. |
| Shirley Heights Lookout | Every Thursday and Sunday | Sunset parties with music, a barbecue and rum punch, overlooking English Harbour. Sunday is the big night, and Thursday's party is called Reggae Heights. |
Getting the best value
When Antigua is cheapest, and when to book early
Best value
May, June and November give you lovely weather without peak prices. July to October is cheaper still, but it is hurricane season and some hotels close in September and October.
Book early for
Christmas, New Year, February half-term and Easter. The best rooms and villas go up to a year ahead.
Look out for offers
Hotels often run free nights, upgrades and family offers outside peak weeks. We keep an eye on them, so ask us what is available for your dates.
VIP arrival, any time of year
Whenever you travel, we include VIP fast track on arrival at V.C. Bird International Airport on every Antigua booking.
Not sure which week to choose? Tell us what matters most, whether that is sunshine, value or school holidays, and we will suggest the best dates.
Your questions
When to visit Antigua: your questions, answered
What is the best month to visit Antigua?
February to April are the driest, sunniest months, which makes them our favourite time to go. May, June and November are lovely too, with fewer crowds and better value.
When is hurricane season in Antigua?
Hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November, peaking from August to October. We recommend good travel insurance for any trip in these months.
When is Antigua Sailing Week 2027?
Antigua Sailing Week 2027 runs from 21 to 25 April 2027, around English and Falmouth Harbours. The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta comes first, from 14 to 19 April 2027.
When is Antigua Carnival 2027?
Antigua Carnival starts in late July and builds to Carnival Monday and Tuesday on 2 and 3 August 2027.
When is the cheapest time to go to Antigua?
The quieter months from July to October are the cheapest, and May, June and November offer good value with better weather. Some hotels close for a few weeks in September and October.
Is Antigua hot all year round?
Yes. Expect 28 to 31°C and sea temperatures of 26 to 29°C whatever the month.
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