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Castries Weather in August

Castries, Saint Lucia in August: how the month usually turns out, from 2006–2025 averages.

A typical August day in Castries peaks at 29.2°C (84.6°F) and drops to 24.8°C (76.6°F) overnight; expect about 23 rainy days (117 mm in total) and 11.3 hours of sunshine daily.

Avg high

29.2°C (84.6°F)

Avg low

24.8°C (76.6°F)

Rainfall

117 mm (4.6 in)

Rainy days

23 days

Sunshine

11.3 h / day

Humidity

80%

August vs the rest of the year

On temperature, August beats 8 of 11 other months, and it ranks as the 2nd wettest month of the year.

MonthAvg highvs AugustRainRainy days
January27.1°C (80.8°F)−2.1°C (−3.8°F)47 mm15
February27.4°C (81.3°F)−1.8°C (−3.2°F)37 mm11
March28°C (82.4°F)−1.2°C (−2.2°F)39 mm13
April28.7°C (83.7°F)−0.5°C (−0.9°F)46 mm13
May29.3°C (84.7°F)+0.1°C (+0.2°F)54 mm15
June29.2°C (84.6°F)same77 mm18
July28.9°C (84°F)−0.3°C (−0.5°F)106 mm22
August29.2°C (84.6°F)—117 mm23
September29.7°C (85.5°F)+0.5°C (+0.9°F)106 mm20
October29.1°C (84.4°F)−0.1°C (−0.2°F)117 mm21
November28.3°C (82.9°F)−0.9°C (−1.6°F)94 mm19
December27.7°C (81.9°F)−1.5°C (−2.7°F)51 mm15

What August feels like in Castries

As a tropical city, Castries is warm all year; August is not part of a clear dry or wet season. Expect proper heat in the afternoon — slow down between noon and four. There is little difference between day and night: nights stay warm, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.

Rain in Castries in August

August is persistently wet here: some rain falls on most days. Wet days average about 5.1 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is close to Castries's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 4.3 mm). It is among the three wettest months of the year.

How August compares to the rest of the year

In Castries's temperature order, August sits as the 3rd warmest month. Against July, the average high is 0.3°C (0.5°F) higher, with 12 mm more rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. By September, typical highs are 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Who August suits

  • Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
  • Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
  • Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.

Tips for visiting Castries in August

Rain Protection

A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.

Sun Protection

Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.

Quick questions

How warm is Castries in August?

It feels hot: typical highs are 29.2°C (84.6°F), with lows near 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Does it rain a lot in Castries in August?

Quite a lot — 117 mm spread over about 23 days.

What should I wear in Castries in August?

Based on the averages: rain protection and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.

Is August or September better for visiting Castries?

September, clearly: it ranks #9 of 12 among Castries's months, against #12 for the other. September has fewer rainy days.

Is August a good time to visit Castries?

Fair

Fair — warm to hot days, rain on most days (about 23), plenty of sunshine (11.3 h a day). Within Castries's own year, August ranks #12 of 12 — one of the least comfortable months.

Drier places in August

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Monthly averages from 20 years of Open-Meteo history (2006–2025), not a forecast — see all 12 months in Castries weather by month.