Weather in St Lucia in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in St Lucia and ranks 25th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, St Lucia is 19.5°C warmer by day and 21.3°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in St Lucia peaks at 27.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 28.4°C or more. About 99% of days top 25°C and 1 in 167 pass 30°C. Nights average 23.3°C; one night in ten drops to 22.2°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 30.7°C (1998-02-09) and the coldest night 20.2°C (2018-02-23).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 25 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2018 with 80 mm, the driest 2010 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 72%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 26.6°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 26.3°C to 26.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (29.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:28 and sets about 18:09 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 38%.

Is February a good time to visit St Lucia?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for St Lucia on our scoring are February, March, January; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Hot by UK standards, but relatively mild for St Lucia

February sits towards the cooler end of St Lucia's year, but that needs a UK perspective: London's average daytime high is around 8°C. In St Lucia, days reach 25°C almost without exception, while only 1% reach 30°C. That makes February a sensible choice if you want reliable warmth without seeking the hottest conditions. Humidity averages 72%, so do not assume the modest-looking temperatures will feel cool, particularly when walking around at midday. Choose loose, breathable clothes and leave room for shade breaks. Evenings remain warm rather than offering a sharp cool-down, so light clothing should form the bulk of your packing.

Plan for sunshine with some wet-weather flexibility

Expect a useful amount of sunshine, not a cloudless holiday: February averages about 7.2 hours of sun within 11.6 hours of daylight. There are about 10 rainy days, so rain is a realistic part of the trip rather than something to dismiss. That does not mean each wet day is a write-off, but the figures do not tell you when rain will fall or how long it will last. Keep swimming and other outdoor plans movable, and pack a light waterproof that will not feel too heavy in the warmth. February belongs alongside March and January among the better months here, making it a sound choice if occasional rain is an acceptable trade-off for warm weather.