Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in April

December through May delivers the perfect Caribbean weather — trade winds keep temperatures around 80°F and rainfall stays minimal. But here's the insider knowledge: January and February offer the best sailing conditions with steady 15-knot winds and calm seas. March brings the regatta season when Bequia transforms into sailing central. Hurricane season runs June through November, but Saint Vincent sits far enough south to avoid most major storms. The shoulder months of November and May offer the best deals — hotel rates drop 40% and you'll have beaches completely to yourself. Rainy season doesn't mean constant downpours. Showers typically last 30 minutes in the afternoon, then the sun returns. La Soufrière volcano creates its own weather patterns — the windward side gets twice as much rain as the leeward coast. For hiking, visit during the dry season when trails stay passable. The Grenadines stay drier year-round thanks to their low elevation. Carnival happens in late June/early July with street parties that last until sunrise. But tourist numbers peak December through March when North Americans escape winter.