The USVI has a tropical marine climate; hot throughout the year but moderated by the trade winds. December to March the daily average temperature is around 24/25 °C (75/77 °F). June to November is the rainy season, daily averages are around 28 °C (82 °F). Apart from hurricanes, which can bring strong winds and torrential rains, rainy season usually consists of brief showers and intense thunderstorms.
Water temps are 26 °C (79 °F) from January to April, and 29 °C (84 °F) in September and October.
Tides rarely exceed 12 inches, though higher swells are experienced on the Atlantic shores from November through April. In areas, such as Pillsbury Sound between St. Thomas and St. John, the current can reach 1 to 2 knots.
If you wish to obtain a berth for the Hurricane Hole Refuge, send an e-mail to Esther_Francis@nps.gov with the vessel name, vessel registration number, and your email and a telephone number. Places are allocated by drawing names out of a hat. Normally approx. 12 berths are available. The draw takes place early June. For questions contact Thomas Kelley (Thomas Kelley@nps.gov) or Dave Worthington (dave_worthington@nps.gov).
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