Trinidad & Tobago

Trinidad & Tobago Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Trinidad & Tobago, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Port-of-Spain Scarborough San Juan Piarco

Climate overview of Trinidad & Tobago

Trinidad-Tobago has a tropical climate which is tempered by northeast trade winds. The dry season is from November to May. With February, March and April as the driest months of the year. Temperatures fluctuate between 20°C (68°F) at night and 30°C (86°F) during the day throughout the year. The sea temperature is also very pleasant all year round.

The rainy season that starts in June and doesn't end until December. On an annual basis, Trinidad receives an average of 2100 mm (83 in) of rain. The smaller Tobago is slightly wetter with an average of 2500 mm (98 in). Tropical storms and hurricanes may occur in the second half of the year.

The best time to visit Trinidad and Tobago is from January to April. This is the driest and sunniest period of the year. During the day it is always warm. After the sun has set, the temperature drops quite gradually. The sun shows itself often with an average of 8 to 9 hours of sunshine per day.

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Port-of-Spain Scarborough San Juan Piarco Grande Riviere Chaguanas

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Regional climate differences

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Tobago

25°C (77°F) – 30°C (86°F)

1495 mm (59 in) / year

Based on Scarborough

Trinidad

24°C (75°F) – 30°C (86°F)

1094 mm (43 in) / year

2,610 hours / year

Based on Port-of-Spain

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.


Port-of-Spain	28°C (82°F) – 30°C (86°F)	24°C (75°F) – 26°C (79°F)	1094 mm (43 in)	2,610 hours
Scarborough	28°C (82°F) – 30°C (86°F)	25°C (77°F) – 27°C (81°F)	1495 mm (59 in)	—
San Juan	28°C (82°F) – 30°C (86°F)	24°C (75°F) – 26°C (79°F)	1164 mm (46 in)	2,610 hours
Piarco	29°C (84°F) – 31°C (88°F)	24°C (75°F) – 25°C (77°F)	1308 mm (51 in)	2,610 hours
Grande Riviere	28°C (82°F) – 30°C (86°F)	24°C (75°F) – 26°C (79°F)	1566 mm (62 in)	2,610 hours
Chaguanas	30°C (86°F) – 31°C (88°F)	24°C (75°F) – 25°C (77°F)	1215 mm (48 in)	2,610 hours

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FAQ

What is the best time to visit Trinidad & Tobago?

The warmest month in Chaguanas is May, with daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Trinidad is the sunniest destination, with 247 hours of sunshine in March. Trinidad & Tobago has a distinct dry season from February to March. Explore Trinidad & Tobago weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in Trinidad & Tobago?

Chaguanas is the warmest destination, reaching 31°C (88°F) in May with nights around 25°C (77°F). Scarborough is the coolest, with February daytime highs of just 28°C (82°F) and nights dropping to 25°C (77°F). Temperatures are relatively stable throughout the year. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Trinidad & Tobago get?

Rainfall varies across Trinidad & Tobago. Toco is the wettest, receiving 1626 mm (64 in) per year, with November the wettest month at 205 mm (8.1 in). Port-of-Spain is the driest at 1094 mm (43 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Trinidad & Tobago?

Trinidad is the sunniest destination in Trinidad & Tobago, enjoying 2,610 hours of sunshine per year, with March the brightest month at 247 hours. Overall, Trinidad & Tobago enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Trinidad & Tobago?

Port-of-Spain has very warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in September and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 2,610 hours of sunshine and 1094 mm (43 in) of rain per year. Scarborough has warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in September and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 0 hours of sunshine and 1495 mm (59 in) of rain per year. San Juan has very warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in September and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 2,610 hours of sunshine and 1164 mm (46 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.