Month guide · Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia in April
What April is really like in Saint Lucia: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Caribbeandy, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Saint Lucia. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 10 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Warm and dry, with high season easing after Easter.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 10
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 27°C (81°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in April
April is the warmest month in Saint Lucia: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 10 of its 30 days. Compared with March (30°C (86°F)), April is about as warm; by May highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 05:51
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 18:17
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F)
Dry season (December–April). Sunny, breezy and the most comfortable for hiking and beaches; peak prices and busy resorts, especially around Christmas and Easter.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: April is one of the pricier months.
Events in April
April has no major recurring festival in Saint Lucia, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in April
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Nature · Soufrière
The Pitons
Gros Piton and Petit Piton, both over 700 metres high, are volcanic plugs rising directly from the sea south of Soufrière, linked by the Piton Mitan ridge.
- Time needed
- Half a day for viewpoints
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Views
- Nature
- Photo spot
- Free
Nature · Soufrière
Sulphur Springs
Wear an old dark swimsuit for the mud baths, and remove silver jewellery, which the sulphur can tarnish.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Nature
- Kids
- Couples
Beach · Soufrière
Sugar Beach
Also known as Anse des Pitons, this beach sits directly between the two Pitons, with a reef close to shore that is part of the marine reserve.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Views
- Couples
- Free
Experience · Soufrière
Gros Piton hike
Start as early as possible to avoid midday heat, and bring at least two litres of water and proper shoes.
- Time needed
- 4–5 hours return
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
- Nature
The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Saint Lucia.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 23°C and 10 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Saint Lucia?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Saint Lucia?
It is one of the best months to visit Saint Lucia. Warm and dry, with high season easing after Easter.
+How warm is Saint Lucia in April?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Saint Lucia in April?
Expect rain on about 10 days of the month.