Month guide · Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia in February
What February is really like in Saint Lucia: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Charles J. Sharp, CC BY 3.0
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Saint Lucia. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 11.7 hours of daylight. Dry and breezy; Independence Day brings celebrations and events across the island.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 11.7 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the 11th-warmest month in Saint Lucia: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 28 days. Compared with January (29°C (84°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:27
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:09
- Daylight
- About 11.7 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Late wet season (November). Showers ease towards December and prices are still low before the high season begins.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Independence Day celebrations (22 February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Garden · Soufrière
Diamond Falls Botanical Gardens
On the old Soufrière Estate, landscaped tropical gardens lead to a waterfall stained by minerals in streaks of colour.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Kids
- Couples
- Outdoors
Viewpoint · Soufrière
Tet Paul Nature Trail
Go in the morning, when the Pitons are usually clearest, and allow time to talk with the guide about the plants on the farm.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Photo spot
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
Beach · Soufrière
Anse Chastanet
A dark-sand bay north of Soufrière with one of the island's best reefs, reached by a steep, rough road or by boat.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Nature
- Active
- Free
- Outdoors
Historic site · Rodney Bay and Gros Islet
Pigeon Island National Landmark
Climb Signal Peak in the late afternoon for the views over Rodney Bay, then swim at the small beach before leaving.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Views
- Kids
- Outdoors
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Saint Lucia.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 22°C and 11 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Saint Lucia?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Saint Lucia?
It is one of the best months to visit Saint Lucia. Dry and breezy; Independence Day brings celebrations and events across the island.
+How warm is Saint Lucia in February?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Saint Lucia in February?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.