AI-generatedPointe-à-Pitre at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Jul
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,850 h
- Rain a year
- 1,050 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 0 m
Climate in Pointe-à-Pitre
Pointe-à-Pitre 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 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 2,850 hours of sunshine a year, Pointe-à-Pitre is sunny; March is the sunniest month with 8.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Pointe-à-Pitre
The best time to visit Pointe-à-Pitre is from December to July. The sea reaches 29.3 °C in September, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The rainy season is from August to November; the wettest month is October with 147 mm.
Pointe-à-Pitre through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Pointe-à-Pitre in the dry season
Dec – Jul
Good
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 156 rainy days in all
Pointe-à-Pitre in the rainy season
Aug – Nov
Good
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 97 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Aug – Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
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: December – July
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°
05:5817:46
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 17:17–17:59
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:36–05:45 · evening 17:59–18:07
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 Pointe-à-Pitre 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 | 26° | 25° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Pointe-à-Pitre in October?
In October, Pointe-à-Pitre 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 25 days, totalling 147 mm. On about 25 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 Pointe-à-Pitre.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 48 min05:58 – 17:46
- 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
- 63 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 25 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %77 %
- 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 Pointe-à-Pitre
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 Pointe-à-Pitre: score 82 against 75. In March, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in March. March has 10 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in March.
| Month | October | March |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 75 | 82better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 24° |
| Sea | 29.2° | 26.7° |
| Sunshine | 7.6 h | 8.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 25 | 15better |
| Rainfall | 147 mm | 42 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 30better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Pointe-à-Pitre month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
76January28° · Sea 27° · 7.9 h
In January, Pointe-à-Pitre is hot: daytime highs average 28 °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 7.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 60 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in January78February28° · Sea 27° · 8.0 h
In February, Pointe-à-Pitre is hot: daytime highs average 28 °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 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 48 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in February82March29° · Sea 27° · 8.4 h
In March, Pointe-à-Pitre 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 8.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 42 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in March77April30° · Sea 27° · 8.0 h
In April, Pointe-à-Pitre is hot: daytime highs average 30 °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 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 64 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in April75May31° · Sea 28° · 7.4 h
In May, Pointe-à-Pitre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 76 mm. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in May75June31° · Sea 28° · 7.6 h
In June, Pointe-à-Pitre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 7.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 74 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in June75July31° · Sea 28° · 7.6 h
In July, Pointe-à-Pitre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 25 days, adding up to 103 mm. On about 29 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 Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in July76August31° · Sea 29° · 8.1 h
In August, Pointe-à-Pitre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 8.1 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 116 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 Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in August75September31° · Sea 29° · 7.7 h
In September, Pointe-à-Pitre is hot: daytime highs average 31 °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 7.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 126 mm. On about 27 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 Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in September75October31° · Sea 29° · 7.6 h
In October, Pointe-à-Pitre 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 25 days, totalling 147 mm. On about 25 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 Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in October75November30° · Sea 29° · 7.6 h
In November, Pointe-à-Pitre 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 7.6 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 119 mm. On about 10 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 Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in November76December29° · Sea 28° · 7.8 h
In December, Pointe-à-Pitre is hot: daytime highs average 29 °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. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 76 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Pointe-à-Pitre.
Pointe-à-Pitre in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Pointe-à-Pitre
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 361 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 | 76 | 28° | 24° | 27.0° | 7.9 h | 20 | 60 |
| FebruaryFeb | 78 | 28° | 24° | 26.6° | 8.0 h | 17 | 48 |
| MarchMar | 82 | 29° | 24° | 26.7° | 8.4 h | 15 | 42 |
| AprilApr | 77 | 30° | 25° | 27.2° | 8.0 h | 18 | 64 |
| MayMay | 75 | 31° | 26° | 27.7° | 7.4 h | 19 | 76 |
| JuneJun | 75 | 31° | 26° | 28.1° | 7.6 h | 20 | 74 |
| JulyJul | 75 | 31° | 26° | 28.3° | 7.6 h | 25 | 103 |
| AugustAug | 76 | 31° | 26° | 28.8° | 8.1 h | 26 | 116 |
| SeptemberSep | 75 | 31° | 26° | 29.3° | 7.7 h | 23 | 126 |
| OctoberOct | 75 | 31° | 26° | 29.2° | 7.6 h | 25 | 147 |
| NovemberNov | 75 | 30° | 25° | 28.6° | 7.6 h | 23 | 119 |
| DecemberDec | 76 | 29° | 25° | 27.8° | 7.8 h | 22 | 76 |
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
16.24° N, 61.53° W · 0 m · America/Guadeloupe
Sea temperature in Pointe-à-Pitre
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.6 – 29.7 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Pointe-à-Pitre 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 August. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.7 and 29.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.0° | 26.6° | 27.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.6° | 26.1° | 27.2° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.7° | 26.1° | 27.5° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.2° | 26.6° | 27.7° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.7° | 27.2° | 28.3° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.1° | 27.7° | 28.9° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.3° | 27.8° | 29.0° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.8° | 28.3° | 29.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.3° | 28.7° | 29.8° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.2° | 28.6° | 29.7° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.6° | 28.3° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.8° | 27.3° | 28.1° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Pointe-à-Pitre
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 Pointe-à-Pitre, 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 Pointe-à-Pitre: 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, Pointe-à-Pitre has about 25 rainy days with 147 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Pointe-à-Pitre
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 Pointe-à-Pitre
How breezy and how cloudy Pointe-à-Pitre 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 Pointe-à-Pitre 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 63 % of the sky over Pointe-à-Pitre: 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 Pointe-à-Pitre
How often the day gets hot in Pointe-à-Pitre (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, Pointe-à-Pitre has about 25 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 Pointe-à-Pitre
Weather for your travel dates
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Pointe-à-Pitre 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.
Pointe-à-Pitre has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 75 to 79).
- 79
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
- 75
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
- 76
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 75
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 76
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 30 min
- Distance
- 6,610 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
Pointe-à-Pitre 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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Pointe-à-Pitre vs Deshaies
In October the holiday weather in Pointe-à-Pitre and Deshaies is about equally good (score 75 vs 76). During the day it is about as warm in Deshaies as in Pointe-à-Pitre. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Pointe-à-Pitre | Deshaies |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 75 | 76 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 25 | 20 |
| Best time | Dec – Jul | Nov – Jun |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Pointe-à-Pitre
When is the best time to visit Pointe-à-Pitre?
The best time to visit Pointe-à-Pitre is from December to July. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Pointe-à-Pitre?
The sea temperature in Pointe-à-Pitre 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 Pointe-à-Pitre in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Pointe-à-Pitre?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Pointe-à-Pitre?
The rainy season is from August to November; the wettest month is October with 147 mm. The driest month is March with 42 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Pointe-à-Pitre get?
Pointe-à-Pitre gets around 2,850 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 8.4 hours a day; in May there are 7.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Pointe-à-Pitre in?
Pointe-à-Pitre is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Pointe-à-Pitre?
A nonstop flight from London to Pointe-à-Pitre takes about 8 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,610 km.
When is hurricane season in Pointe-à-Pitre?
Pointe-à-Pitre 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 Pointe-à-Pitre?
Pointe-à-Pitre has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 75 to 79). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 79, May half-term 75, summer holidays 76, October half-term 75, Christmas holidays 76.