Annual average weather for Tortola Island, British Virgin Islands

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Annual Average Weather for Tortola Island, British Virgin Islands

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 29.6°C (85.3°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 27.3°C (81.2°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. Annually there are on average 12.8 days of rain per month and 7.4 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Tortola Island?

The best months to visit Tortola Island are January, February, March, April, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The sea is best for swimming between June and November when the sea temperature is above the average 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Can you sunbathe in Tortola Island year round?

Yes, you can sunbathe in Tortola Island all year round.

The coolest month in Tortola Island is March when the average maximum temperature is 28°C (83°F), average temperature is 26°C (79°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (76°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Tortola Island year round?

Yes, you can swim in Tortola Island all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in Tortola Island are found in September when they peak at 28°C (83°F) and lowest in February when they dip to 26°C (79°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures

When is the hottest month in Tortola Island?

The hottest month in Tortola Island is August when the average maximum temperature is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days 32°C (89°F), average temperature is 29°C (85°F) and average minimum temperature is 27°C (81°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Tortola Island?

The coolest month in Tortola Island is March when the average maximum temperature is 28°C (83°F), average temperature is 26°C (79°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (76°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in Tortola Island?

The sunniest days in Tortola Island are in April which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In April the sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the least sunny month in Tortola Island?

October has the least sunshine. In October the sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the driest month in Tortola Island?

The driest month in Tortola Island is February with 5.8cm (2.3inches) of rain and April has the fewest days of rain with 8.1 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in Tortola Island?

The wettest month in Tortola Island is October with 16.4cm (6.5inches) of rain and September has the most days of rain with 17.6 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Tortola Island?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Tortola Island are found in February when they dip to 26°C (79°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in Tortola Island?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Tortola Island are found in September when they peak at 28°C (83°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the most humid month in Tortola Island?

The most humid month in Tortola Island is September with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 25°C (76°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the least humid month in Tortola Island?

The least humid month in Tortola Island is February with a dew point of 21°C (69°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the windiest month in Tortola Island?

The most windy month in Tortola Island is August when the average maximum windspeed is 26KM/H (16MPH) and the average wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH).

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Annual Temperature for Tortola Island

The hottest month in Tortola Island is August when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (89°F), average temperature is 29°C (85°F) and average minimum temperature is 27°C (81°F).

The coolest month in Tortola Island is March when the average maximum temperature is 28°C (28°F), average temperature is 26°C (79°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (76°F).

Annual Sunshine for Tortola Island

The longest days in Tortola Island are in June, with an average of 13.2 hours of daylight per day. December has the shortest days with an average of 11 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Tortola Island are in April which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.4hrs making the days long and bright.

October has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 53% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in April when it reaches 13.5 and lowest in December when it reaches 7.5.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for Tortola Island

The warmest sea water temperatures in Tortola Island are found in September when they peak at 28°C (83°F) and lowest in February when they dip to 26°C (79°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Annual Rainfall for Tortola Island

The wettest month in Tortola Island is October with 16.4cm (6.5inches) of rain and September has the most days of rain with 17.6 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Tortola Island is February with 5.8cm (2.3inches) of rain and April has the fewest days of rain with 8.1 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Annual Humidity for Tortola Island

The most humid month in Tortola Island is September with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 25°C (76°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

The least humid month in Tortola Island is February with a dew point of 21°C (69°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach.

Annual Wind Speed for Tortola Island

The most windy month in Tortola Island is August when the average maximum windspeed is 26KM/H (16MPH) and the average wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH).

The least windy month in Tortola Island is April when the average maximum windspeed is 21KM/H (13MPH) and the average wind speed is 16KM/H (10MPH).

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