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St-Barthélemy

St-Barthélemy is a small French island in the Leeward Islands, visited for its beaches, the harbor town of Gustavia, and its villas and luxury stays.

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St-Barthélemy, often called St Barts, is a small volcanic island in the Leeward Islands of the northeastern Caribbean. It is a French overseas collectivity and part of the French West Indies, so French is the official language and the euro is the only official currency. The highest point, Morne de Vitet, is about 284 metres tall, and the roads are narrow, steep and winding. Gustavia, the capital and main harbor, sits in a U-shaped bay and is the island's main town for shops and restaurants.

Beaches range from calm leeward bays to Anse Toiny, which has strong currents and suits only experienced surfers. Flights usually land at Saint-Barthélemy Rémy-de-Haenen airport (SBH), and most passengers reach the island through Sint Maarten's Princess Juliana airport, while ferries run from Saint Martin. There is no public bus service, so most visitors rent a car or scooter. The climate is dry and sunny, with December to April as the drier season, and the island is busiest during the winter holiday season.

Five things to know before St-Barthélemy

  1. Check entry for your passport

    St-Barthélemy is French territory and France sets the entry rules. UK passport holders can visit without a visa for up to 3 months; check other passports on the official France-Visas site. Visas and entry

  2. Fly in by small plane or take the ferry

    The airport's short runway takes only small planes, mostly from Sint Maarten and Guadeloupe. Ferries also run from St Martin; the crossing can be rough.

  3. Rent a small car and drive carefully

    Roads are steep, narrow and full of hairpins, and parking in Gustavia is tight. A small car or open-top 4x4 is easier than a large one.

  4. Book early for the winter holidays

    Villas and hotels fill up for Christmas and New Year, often with minimum stays. Book months ahead for that period.

  5. Book around hurricane season

    Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, with most storms from August to October. Many hotels and restaurants close for part of September and October. Travel insurance

St-Barthélemy travel guides

Practical guides from writers who live there.

Visas and entry

French entry rules and who needs a visa.

Read the guideTravel insurance

Medical, evacuation and storm cover to check for St-Barth.

Read the guidePhones and eSIM

Data plans, roaming charges and coverage between islands.

Read the guideMoney and costs

Euros, US dollars and budgeting on an expensive island.

Read the guideGetting around

Small planes and ferries via St Martin, and rental cars.

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Top places to visit in St-Barthélemy

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When to go

  • Rainy days
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  1. JanuaryRain13 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Dry, peak season
  2. FebruaryPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh26°Low24°Dry, breezy
  3. MarchPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Dry, sunny
  4. AprilRain12 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Dry, quieter
  5. MayPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh27°Low26°Warm, quiet
  6. JuneRain12 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Hurricane season
  7. JulyRain16 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Hot, showers
  8. AugustRain16 rainy daysHigh29°Low27°Hurricane risk
  9. SeptemberRain19 rainy daysHigh29°Low28°Hurricane peak
  10. OctoberRain18 rainy daysHigh29°Low27°Storm risk, rain
  11. NovemberRain17 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Season ends
  12. DecemberRain15 rainy daysHigh27°Low26°Busy holidays

Average daily high and low in Gustavia, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

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Right now in St-Barthélemy

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Rain

29

Feels like
33°
Humidity
74%
Wind
29 km/h
Chance of rain
65%

Gustavia

04:05 PM

Monday, November 2

GMT-4

  1. Today29°28°65%Monday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 65%.
  2. Tue29°27°31%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 31%.
  3. Wed29°27°24%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 24%.
  4. Thu28°26°37%Thursday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 37%.
  5. Fri28°27°62%Friday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 62%.
  6. Sat28°26°73%Saturday: Thunderstorms. High 28°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 73%.
  7. Sun28°27°56%Sunday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 56%.

Updated 02:28 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Money

Mid-market rate1 USD = 0.8961 EUR

EUR · Euro

Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

Before you go to St-Barthélemy

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Rules for St-Barthélemy, checked
UK passport holders can visit St-Barthélemy without a visa for up to 3 months and need a passport valid 3 months beyond departureChecked Oct 1, 2026 · Read more

St-Barthélemy FAQ

How do I get to St-Barth?

Fly to Sint Maarten and connect on a small plane or a ferry from St Martin. There are also small-plane flights from Guadeloupe.

Do I need a visa for St-Barth?

UK passport holders can visit without a visa for up to 3 months, per the UK government. For other passports, check the official France-Visas site.

When is hurricane season in St-Barth?

June 1 to November 30, with the highest risk from August to October. Many businesses close for part of September and October.

What currency is used in St-Barth?

The euro. US dollars are often accepted, but you usually get a better rate paying by card in euros.

Is St-Barth expensive?

Yes, it is one of the most expensive islands in the Caribbean. Picnic lunches from grocery stores and beach days keep costs down.

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