Summer time is the worst, especially July & August. Best time, of course, December, January, & February. When planning a Caribbean cruise, timing is crucial. Avoid the intense heat of July and August, steer clear of hurricane season from August to October, and bypass the rainy months of September and October.
If you prefer a quieter experience, dodge the crowded months of December, January, and March. For these reasons, September is the worst month of the year to take a cruise. April and May are excellent times to go because they are outside of the hurricane season, although some Caribbean destinations see more rainfall than normal in May. Sunny days and great weather that is still hot, but not near as hot as the summer is what to expect anywhere in the Caribbean.
Travel Insurance is something that is always great to buy, not just during hurricane season, but can be most helpful if your cruise plans change due to the storms in the Caribbean. One of the biggest concerns for Caribbean cruising is hurricane season, which runs from June to November. Also, I have noticed that the prices of cruises in December and early January are so much higher than even the summer months. Let's say you were planning to go to the Bahamas, but a hurricane appears to be landing there while you are on your cruise, they may move it to the western Caribbean instead.
Springtime in the Caribbean often features special events and festivals, providing a unique cultural experience. Western cruises in particular are known for heavy rainfall in the interiors of the Central American countries that lie along the Caribbean coast, such as Costa Rica and Belize. Cruising the Caribbean sounds like a dream crystal blue waters, vibrant culture, and endless sunshine. Whether you're avoiding blistering heat, dodging hurricanes, or steering clear of crowded ships, knowing the worst months to cruise the Caribbean can help you plan the perfect trip.
First is the annual Caribbean hurricane season and second is the temperature drop during the winter especially for the sea water. If you're hoping for endless sunshine, you'll want to avoid the Caribbean's rainiest months September and October. Caribbean cruise weather has fewer risks for vacationers planning a trip at sea rather than spending a week on an island for a simple reason the ship can move away from bad weather while an island can’t. Anyone interested in taking a Caribbean cruise in the winter should consider a southern cruise as a better option for warmer weather than either an eastern or western cruise.
