St Kitts & Nevis
Two volcanic islands in the Leeward Islands, with a British fort on a steep hill, old sugar estates, and a quieter sister island a short ferry away.
St Kitts and Nevis is a two-island country in the Leeward Islands, in the Eastern Caribbean. Both islands are volcanic, and a short ferry crosses the narrow channel between them. St Kitts is the larger island and has the capital, Basseterre. Nevis is smaller and quieter, with its own capital, Charlestown.
Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park, a fort the British built on a steep hill on St Kitts, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the island's best-known sight. Old sugar estates from the colonial period still stand on both islands. The trip suits travelers who want history, walks and beach days without a busy nightlife scene. The dry season, roughly December to April, is the most comfortable time to visit. Hurricane season runs June to November. Seven days covers both islands at an unhurried pace.
Five things to know before St Kitts & Nevis
- Apply for the eTA before you travel
Since May 26, 2025 every visitor needs an approved eTA before travel, with a US$17 service charge. Apply up to 90 days ahead. Citizens, residents and OECS nationals are exempt. Official eTA and ED form
- Fill in the online ED form as well
Every traveler, including citizens, also completes the online immigration and customs ED form on the same portal or the St Kitts and Nevis e-Border app.
- Take the ferry to Nevis
Passenger ferries and a car ferry cross between Basseterre and Charlestown on Nevis. Check the last sailing of the day before planning dinner on the other island.
- Visit Brimstone Hill Fortress
The UNESCO-listed fortress sits on a volcanic hill on the west coast of St Kitts. Go in the morning for clearer views toward Statia and Saba.
- Drive on the left
Both islands drive on the left, and you need a local driving permit, which rental firms or the police issue.
St Kitts & Nevis travel guides
Practical guides from writers who live there.
The eTA, its US$17 charge and the online ED form.
Read the guideTravel insuranceMedical, evacuation and storm cover to check for St Kitts & Nevis.
Read the guidePhones and eSIMData plans, roaming charges and coverage between islands.
Read the guideMoney and costsEast Caribbean dollars, US dollars and service charges.
Read the guideGetting aroundThe Nevis ferry, rental cars and island taxis.
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Destinations in St Kitts & Nevis
When to go
- Rainy days
- Best
- JanuaryRain16 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Dry, peak seasonJanuaryRain
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 49 mm
- Rainy days
- 16
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, peak season
- FebruaryRain15 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Dry, breezyFebruaryRain
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 56 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, breezy
- MarchRain15 rainy daysHigh26°Low25°Dry, sunnyMarchRain
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 45 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, sunny
- AprilRain17 rainy daysHigh27°Low25°Dry, quieterAprilRain
Best
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 66 mm
- Rainy days
- 17
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, quieter
- MayRain19 rainy daysHigh28°Low26°Warm, quietMayRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 73 mm
- Rainy days
- 19
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, quiet
- JuneRain17 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Hurricane seasonJuneRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 58 mm
- Rainy days
- 17
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hurricane season
- JulyRain20 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Hot, showersJulyRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 83 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, showers
- AugustRain21 rainy daysHigh29°Low27°Hurricane riskAugustRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 97 mm
- Rainy days
- 21
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hurricane risk
- SeptemberRain21 rainy daysHigh29°Low27°Hurricane peakSeptemberRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 138 mm
- Rainy days
- 21
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hurricane peak
- OctoberRain21 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Storm risk, rainOctoberRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 119 mm
- Rainy days
- 21
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Storm risk, rain
- NovemberRain18 rainy daysHigh28°Low26°Season endsNovemberRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 103 mm
- Rainy days
- 18
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Season ends
- DecemberRain17 rainy daysHigh27°Low26°Busy holidaysDecemberRain
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 57 mm
- Rainy days
- 17
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Busy holidays
Average daily high and low in Basseterre, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in St Kitts & Nevis
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 33°
- Humidity
- 78%
- Wind
- 27 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 45%
Frigate Bay
08:56 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today31°27°45%Monday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 45%.
- Tue31°27°59%Tuesday: Thunderstorms. High 31°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 59%.
- Wed30°26°10%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 10%.
- Thu30°25°29%Thursday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 29%.
- Fri30°25°57%Friday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 57%.
- Sat29°24°67%Saturday: Rain. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 67%.
- Sun29°25°63%Sunday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 63%.
Updated 08:37 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
Festivals by month
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St Kitts & Nevis FAQ
Do US citizens need an eTA for St Kitts?
Yes. Since May 2025 all visitors need an approved eTA before travel, with a US$17 service charge. Apply on the official government portal, knatravelform.kn.
How do I get from St Kitts to Nevis?
Take a passenger ferry or the car ferry from Basseterre to Charlestown, or a water taxi. Schedules vary by day, so check before you go.
When is hurricane season in St Kitts and Nevis?
June 1 to November 30, with the highest risk from August to October. December to April is drier and calmer, and prices are highest then; May and June are a good compromise.
Is Nevis worth visiting?
Yes, for a quieter stay with old plantation inns, Pinney's Beach and the hike up Nevis Peak with a guide.
What plugs are used in St Kitts?
A mix of US-style Types A and B and British Types D and G, on 230 V. Check your hotel and bring an adapter that covers both.