Anguilla
A flat, low Caribbean island known for its beaches, coral reefs and seafood, reached by a short ferry ride from Saint Martin.
Anguilla is a flat, low British Overseas Territory in the northern Leeward Islands, known for its beaches and coral reefs. Seafood is central to local cooking, and salt cod is a staple. The main island runs about 16 miles (26 km) at its longest and up to 3.5 miles (6 km) across, built from coral and limestone. Ferries from Marigot, Saint Martin, reach Blowing Point in about 20 minutes.
Anguilla suits a slow beach stay better than a city break. Taxis are the only public transport, most roads are unpaved, and cars drive on the left, so pick a base near the beaches you want most. The climate is tropical, with an average temperature of about 80°F (27°C). July to October is the hottest stretch, and hurricane season runs from July to November. December to June falls outside hurricane season, and December to February are the coolest months.
Five things to know before Anguilla
- Arrange taxis for every trip
Taxis are the only public transport on Anguilla, and there is no rail network. Most roads are unpaved, so allow for slow journeys between beaches and towns. Getting around
- Carry US dollars for small purchases
The official currency is the East Caribbean dollar, and US dollars are widely accepted. Ask which currency a price is in before you pay, and check what change you get back. Money and costs
- Plan the ferry from Marigot to Blowing Point
Regular ferries cross from Marigot, Saint Martin, to Blowing Point in about 20 minutes. Boat charters run from Blowing Point to Princess Juliana Airport on Saint Martin, so pick the route that fits your flight.
- Expect unpaved roads and left-hand traffic
Cars drive on the left, and most roads are unpaved. Ask your driver or hotel about the road before a long trip across the island.
- Check hurricane season before you book
Hurricane season runs from July to November, and Hurricane Irma in 2017 is the most powerful storm to have hit the island. Check that your travel insurance covers storm cancellations. Travel insurance
Anguilla travel guides
Practical guides from writers who live there.
Capital, with Crocus Hill, the island's highest point at 240 feet (73 m).
Read the guideGetting aroundTaxis are the only public transport, with no rail network.
Read the guideMoney and costsEast Caribbean dollars, US dollars and typical prices.
Read the guideVisas and entryEntry rules by passport and what to check before you fly.
Read the guideWhere to stayRoom types and areas to compare before you book.
Read the guideTours and ticketsBoat charters from Blowing Point and trips around the island.
Read the guide
Destinations in Anguilla
When to go
- Rainy days
- Best
- JanuaryPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Coolest seasonJanuaryPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 35 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Coolest season
- FebruaryPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Coolest seasonFebruaryPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 41 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Coolest season
- MarchPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Outside storm seasonMarchPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 26 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Outside storm season
- AprilPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Outside storm seasonAprilPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 44 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Outside storm season
- MayPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh27°Low26°Outside storm seasonMayPartly cloudy
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 55 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Outside storm season
- JuneRain12 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Outside storm seasonJuneRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 49 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Outside storm season
- JulyRain17 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Hottest, storm seasonJulyRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 71 mm
- Rainy days
- 17
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hottest, storm season
- AugustRain17 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Hottest, storm riskAugustRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 92 mm
- Rainy days
- 17
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hottest, storm risk
- SeptemberRain18 rainy daysHigh29°Low28°Hottest, storm riskSeptemberRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 28°
- Precipitation
- 141 mm
- Rainy days
- 18
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hottest, storm risk
- OctoberRain18 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Hottest, storm riskOctoberRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 132 mm
- Rainy days
- 18
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hottest, storm risk
- NovemberRain17 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Hurricane seasonNovemberRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 131 mm
- Rainy days
- 17
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hurricane season
- DecemberRain14 rainy daysHigh27°Low26°Coolest seasonDecemberRain
Best
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 45 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Coolest season
Average daily high and low in The Valley, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Anguilla
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 34°
- Humidity
- 74%
- Wind
- 29 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 67%
Sandy Ground
04:36 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today30°28°67%Monday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 67%.
- Tue29°28°31%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 31%.
- Wed29°28°31%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 31%.
- Thu29°28°35%Thursday: Cloudy. High 29°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 35%.
- Fri29°26°60%Friday: Thunderstorms. High 29°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 60%.
- Sat28°26°73%Saturday: Thunderstorms. High 28°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 73%.
- Sun28°25°61%Sunday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 61%.
Updated 02:09 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 2.7 XCD
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Anguilla FAQ
Do I need a visa for Anguilla?
Entry depends on your passport, and the official entry rules decide whether you need a visa. Check them before you book.
How do I get to Anguilla from Saint Martin?
Regular ferries run from Marigot, Saint Martin, to Blowing Point, Anguilla, in about 20 minutes. Boat charters also run from Blowing Point to Princess Juliana Airport on Saint Martin.
Is there public transport in Anguilla?
Taxis are the only public transport on the island, and there is no rail network. Cars drive on the left, and most roads are unpaved.
What should I eat in Anguilla?
Seafood is central to local cooking, including lobster, conch, crab and red snapper. Try salt cod in stews, and pigeon peas and rice, the official national food.
When is the best time to visit Anguilla?
December to June falls outside hurricane season, which runs from July to November. December to February are the coolest months, and July to October the hottest.
What language is spoken in Anguilla?
English is the main language. Many people also speak the local English-based Creole, which differs from the French Creole of Martinique and Guadeloupe.