AI-generatedBasse-Terre at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Mar
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,890 h
- Rain a year
- 714 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Basse-Terre
Basse-Terre has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,890 hours of sunshine a year, Basse-Terre is sunny; March is the sunniest month with 8.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Basse-Terre
The best time to visit Basse-Terre is from January to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from January to May. The rainy season is from September to October; the wettest month is October with 120 mm.
Basse-Terre through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Basse-Terre in the dry season
Nov – Aug
Fair
- 29–32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 135 rainy days in all
Basse-Terre in the rainy season
Sep – Oct
Poor
- 31–32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 39 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jan – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Sep – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: January – March
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
05:5917:47
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:45–06:27 · evening 17:18–18:00
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:37–05:45 · evening 18:00–18:08
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Basse-Terre compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 32° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 26° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Basse-Terre in October?
In October, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 120 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 48 min05:59 – 17:47
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 60 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %45 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %77 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Basse-Terre
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Basse-Terre: score 69 against 38. In February, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in February. February has 10 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 38 | 69better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 24° |
| Sea | 29.2° | 26.7° |
| Sunshine | 7.6 h | 8.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 20 | 10better |
| Rainfall | 120 mm | 26 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 23better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Basse-Terre month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
67January29° · Sea 27° · 8.0 h
In January, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 30 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in January69February29° · Sea 27° · 8.2 h
In February, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 26 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in February69March30° · Sea 27° · 8.6 h
In March, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 22 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in March56April31° · Sea 27° · 8.1 h
In April, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 35 mm in total. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in April48May32° · Sea 28° · 7.6 h
In May, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 47 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in May43June32° · Sea 28° · 7.7 h
In June, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 47 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in June33July32° · Sea 28° · 7.6 h
In July, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 68 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in July34August32° · Sea 29° · 8.2 h
In August, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 85 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in August35September32° · Sea 29° · 7.8 h
In September, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 106 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in September38October31° · Sea 29° · 7.6 h
In October, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 120 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in October46November31° · Sea 29° · 7.7 h
In November, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 88 mm. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in November58December30° · Sea 28° · 7.9 h
In December, Basse-Terre is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 41 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Basse-Terre.
Basse-Terre in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Basse-Terre
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 26°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (24°), the warmest in June (26°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 345 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 67 | 29° | 24° | 27.0° | 8.0 h | 12 | 30 |
| FebruaryFeb | 69 | 29° | 24° | 26.7° | 8.2 h | 10 | 26 |
| MarchMar | 69 | 30° | 24° | 26.7° | 8.6 h | 8 | 22 |
| AprilApr | 56 | 31° | 25° | 27.2° | 8.1 h | 11 | 35 |
| MayMay | 48 | 32° | 26° | 27.8° | 7.6 h | 12 | 47 |
| JuneJun | 43 | 32° | 26° | 28.1° | 7.7 h | 13 | 47 |
| JulyJul | 33 | 32° | 26° | 28.3° | 7.6 h | 18 | 68 |
| AugustAug | 34 | 32° | 26° | 28.8° | 8.2 h | 19 | 85 |
| SeptemberSep | 35 | 32° | 26° | 29.3° | 7.8 h | 19 | 106 |
| OctoberOct | 38 | 31° | 26° | 29.2° | 7.6 h | 20 | 120 |
| NovemberNov | 46 | 31° | 25° | 28.7° | 7.7 h | 17 | 88 |
| DecemberDec | 58 | 30° | 25° | 27.8° | 7.9 h | 15 | 41 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Basse-Terre
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.8 – 29.8 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Basse-Terre ranges from 26.7 °C in February to 29.3 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in September, while the air already peaks in August. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.8 and 29.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.0° | 26.7° | 27.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.7° | 26.2° | 27.3° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.7° | 26.2° | 27.5° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.2° | 26.6° | 27.7° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.8° | 27.3° | 28.3° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.1° | 27.7° | 28.8° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.3° | 27.8° | 29.0° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.8° | 28.3° | 29.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.8° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.2° | 28.8° | 29.8° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.7° | 28.3° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.8° | 27.3° | 28.2° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Basse-Terre
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.6 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Basse-Terre, 64 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Basse-Terre: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Basse-Terre has about 20 rainy days with 120 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Basse-Terre
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Basse-Terre
How breezy and how cloudy Basse-Terre is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Basse-Terre typically peaks at 19 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Dec – Aug.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 60 % of the sky over Basse-Terre: variable cloud, with about 7.6 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Basse-Terre
How often the day gets hot in Basse-Terre (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Basse-Terre has about 30 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Basse-Terre
Weather for your travel dates
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Basse-Terre in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Basse-Terre has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 63) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 34).
- 60
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 47
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 34
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 38
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 63
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 30 min
- Distance
- 6,650 km
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (5 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Basse-Terre lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Basse-Terre vs Pointe-à-Pitre
In October the holiday weather in Basse-Terre and Pointe-à-Pitre is about equally good (score 38 vs 42). During the day it is about as warm in Pointe-à-Pitre as in Basse-Terre. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Basse-Terre | Pointe-à-Pitre |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 38 | 42 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 20 | 25 |
| Best time | Jan – Mar | Dec – Jul |
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Frequently asked questions about Basse-Terre
When is the best time to visit Basse-Terre?
The best time to visit Basse-Terre is from January to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Basse-Terre?
The sea temperature in Basse-Terre ranges from 26.7 °C in February to 29.3 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Basse-Terre in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Basse-Terre?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Basse-Terre?
The rainy season is from September to October; the wettest month is October with 120 mm. The driest month is March with 22 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Basse-Terre get?
Basse-Terre gets around 2,890 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 8.6 hours a day; in May there are 7.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Basse-Terre in?
Basse-Terre is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Basse-Terre?
A nonstop flight from London to Basse-Terre takes about 8 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,650 km.
When is hurricane season in Basse-Terre?
Basse-Terre lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Basse-Terre?
Basse-Terre has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 63) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 34). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 60, May half-term 47, summer holidays 34, October half-term 38, Christmas holidays 63.