AI-generatedDeshaies at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Jun
- Warmest month
- Jul · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,940 h
- Rain a year
- 685 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Deshaies
Deshaies has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. July is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year, Deshaies is sunny; March is the sunniest month with 8.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Deshaies
The best time to visit Deshaies is from November to June. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from February to May. The wettest month is October with 111 mm of precipitation.
Deshaies through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Deshaies in the dry season
All year except Oct
Excellent
- 29–32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 153 rainy days in all
Deshaies in the rainy season
Oct
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
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
Good
Best time to visit: November – June
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 30°
- 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 05:46–06:28 · evening 17:18–18:00
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:37–05:46 · 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 Deshaies compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 30° at the end. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 25° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Deshaies in October?
In October, Deshaies is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °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 20 days, totalling 111 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Deshaies.
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
- 17 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 60 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 27 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %80 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
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 Deshaies
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
March has the better holiday weather in Deshaies: score 92 against 76. In March, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in March. March has 11 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in March.
| Month | October | March |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 92better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 24° |
| Sea | 29.2° | 26.6° |
| Sunshine | 7.8 h | 8.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 20 | 9better |
| Rainfall | 111 mm | 25 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 29better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Deshaies month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
84January29° · Sea 27° · 8.0 h
In January, Deshaies 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 13 rainy days and 37 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in January88February29° · Sea 27° · 8.3 h
In February, Deshaies is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 31 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in February92March30° · Sea 27° · 8.6 h
In March, Deshaies is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 25 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in March88April31° · Sea 27° · 8.3 h
In April, Deshaies is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 35 mm in total. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in April86May31° · Sea 28° · 7.8 h
In May, Deshaies is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 44 mm in total. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in May82June32° · Sea 28° · 7.9 h
In June, Deshaies 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 7.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 40 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in June74July32° · Sea 28° · 7.8 h
In July, Deshaies is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 58 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in July75August32° · Sea 29° · 8.3 h
In August, Deshaies 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 8.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 76 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in August74September32° · Sea 29° · 8.0 h
In September, Deshaies 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 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 98 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in September76October31° · Sea 29° · 7.8 h
In October, Deshaies is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °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 20 days, totalling 111 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in October77November30° · Sea 29° · 7.9 h
In November, Deshaies is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 82 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in November81December29° · Sea 28° · 8.0 h
In December, Deshaies is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 48 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Deshaies.
Deshaies in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Deshaies
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 25°. 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 (23°), the warmest in August (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 358 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 | 84 | 29° | 24° | 27.0° | 8.0 h | 13 | 37 |
| FebruaryFeb | 88 | 29° | 23° | 26.6° | 8.3 h | 11 | 31 |
| MarchMar | 92 | 30° | 24° | 26.6° | 8.6 h | 9 | 25 |
| AprilApr | 88 | 31° | 24° | 27.2° | 8.3 h | 11 | 35 |
| MayMay | 86 | 31° | 25° | 27.8° | 7.8 h | 11 | 44 |
| JuneJun | 82 | 32° | 26° | 28.1° | 7.9 h | 12 | 40 |
| JulyJul | 74 | 32° | 26° | 28.4° | 7.8 h | 17 | 58 |
| AugustAug | 75 | 32° | 26° | 28.8° | 8.3 h | 18 | 76 |
| SeptemberSep | 74 | 32° | 26° | 29.3° | 8.0 h | 18 | 98 |
| OctoberOct | 76 | 31° | 25° | 29.2° | 7.8 h | 20 | 111 |
| NovemberNov | 77 | 30° | 25° | 28.6° | 7.9 h | 17 | 82 |
| DecemberDec | 81 | 29° | 24° | 27.7° | 8.0 h | 15 | 48 |
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 Deshaies
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.5 – 29.7 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Deshaies ranges from 26.6 °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 July. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.8 and 29.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.0° | 26.5° | 27.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.6° | 26.1° | 27.2° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.6° | 26.1° | 27.4° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.2° | 26.6° | 27.7° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.8° | 27.2° | 28.3° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.1° | 27.7° | 28.8° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.4° | 27.8° | 29.0° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.8° | 28.3° | 29.6° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.7° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.2° | 28.5° | 29.7° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.6° | 28.3° | 29.0° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.7° | 27.2° | 28.1° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Deshaies
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 7.8 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Deshaies, 66 % 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 Deshaies: 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, Deshaies has about 20 rainy days with 111 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Deshaies
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 Deshaies
How breezy and how cloudy Deshaies 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 Deshaies typically peaks at 17 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: Jun – Jul, Dec – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 60 % of the sky over Deshaies: variable cloud, with about 7.8 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 Deshaies
How often the day gets hot in Deshaies (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, Deshaies has about 27 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 Deshaies
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Deshaies 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.
Deshaies has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 75).
- 89
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 85
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 75
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 76
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 83
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 30 min
- Distance
- 6,620 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
Deshaies 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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Deshaies vs Pointe-à-Pitre
In October the holiday weather in Deshaies and Pointe-à-Pitre is about equally good (score 76 vs 75). During the day it is about as warm in Pointe-à-Pitre as in Deshaies. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Deshaies | Pointe-à-Pitre |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 75 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 20 | 25 |
| Best time | Nov – Jun | Dec – Jul |
Through the year
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In October, Deshaies ranks 1 of 3 destinations in this country.
- DeshaiesThis page31°29°76
- 2Pointe-à-Pitre31°29°75
- 3Basse-Terre31°29°38
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Frequently asked questions about Deshaies
When is the best time to visit Deshaies?
The best time to visit Deshaies is from November to June. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Deshaies?
The sea temperature in Deshaies ranges from 26.6 °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 Deshaies in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Deshaies?
July 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 Deshaies?
The wettest month is October with 111 mm of precipitation. The driest month is March with 25 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Deshaies get?
Deshaies gets around 2,940 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 8.6 hours a day; in May there are 7.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Deshaies in?
Deshaies is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Deshaies?
A nonstop flight from London to Deshaies takes about 8 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,620 km.
When is hurricane season in Deshaies?
Deshaies 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 Deshaies?
Deshaies has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 75). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 89, May half-term 85, summer holidays 75, October half-term 76, Christmas holidays 83.