St. Vincent
Country: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines · Region: Southern Caribbean · Currency: East Caribbean Dollar
St. Vincent is the largest island of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, with a modern cruise pier close to downtown Kingstown offering easy access to local shops and services. The island features mountainous terrain, black volcanic sand beaches, and the notable Soufrière Volcano.
Top sights
Soufrière Volcano, Kingstown, black sand beaches, Argyle International Airport area
Things to do
- Soufrière Volcano
- A challenging hiking destination offering views of the volcano crater, with tours generally USD 150-250 per person.
- Argyle International Airport
- St. Vincent's main airport located directly east of Kingstown, serving as the primary gateway to the Grenadines.
Beaches
- St. Vincent beaches
- Numerous black volcanic sand beaches throughout the island, though not particularly noted for scenic beauty.
Forecast for St. Vincent
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Weather in St. Vincent by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F | 4°F | 0.9 in | 7 |
| February | 17°F | 2°F | 0.7 in | 5 |
| March | 30°F | 14°F | 0.9 in | 5 |
| April | 46°F | 27°F | 1.1 in | 5 |
| May | 63°F | 42°F | 1.9 in | 7 |
| June | 69°F | 51°F | 4.3 in | 13 |
| July | 74°F | 56°F | 3.4 in | 13 |
| August | 72°F | 54°F | 2.5 in | 9 |
| September | 62°F | 45°F | 1.5 in | 7 |
| October | 47°F | 33°F | 1.1 in | 6 |
| November | 29°F | 18°F | 0.9 in | 6 |
| December | 18°F | 6°F | 0.7 in | 4 |
Getting around
Private taxis, vans with 'H' license plates (starting at EC$1), or car rentals are available; vans are the most economical option from the cruise pier.
Tips
Use the inexpensive van service (marked with 'H' on license plates) rather than taxis for getting around the island.
Best for
volcano hiking, black sand beaches
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