The climate of Lucas
Lucas,
Saint Kitts and Nevis features a Tropical wet and dry or savanna climate, recognized as Aw in the Köppen climate classification. Positioned in the temperate zone, Lucas reveals a predominate climate dictated by consistent high temperatures and significant rainfall throughout the year.
Temperature ranges in Lucas show a minimal variance within each month. High mean temperatures veer from 25.8°C (78.4°F) in
March to 28.7°C (83.7°F) in
September, while low averages remain hovering between 24.9°C (76.8°F) and 27.8°C (82°F) from March to
October. The temperature fluctuates marginally in different months, suggesting a stable and balmy climate. The humidity, on the other hand, remains relatively constant with relative humidity values sticking close to the 75% to 78% range throughout the year, making the air feel often muggy.
Rainfall arranges from 15mm (0.59") in
February to a maximum of 51mm (2.01") in October, with March to October experiencing the most abundant precipitation. Regarding the number of rainfall days, values oscillate between 12.6 days and 19.3 days. It implies some months may be rainier despite receiving less rainfall in terms of volume. When considering the sunlight hours, Lucas enjoys about 6.5 to 10.7 hours of sunshine per day with the longest sunshine hours from
April to
August.
The best time to visit Lucas
Given the consistently high temperatures and significant hours of sunshine, the best time to visit
Lucas would be during the months when rainfall is relatively low. This overlaps with the period from
February to
April, where rainfall values are below the annual average, dropping to as low as 15mm (0.59") in February. In these months, although the temperatures are consistently high, the lower rainfall makes for a pleasant climate favorable for outdoor activities. Additionally, the daylight hours are within the range of 11.6 to 12.5 hours per day during these months, providing ample time for visitors to explore and enjoy the locale.
The worst time to visit Lucas
While the warm and tropical climate of
Lucas is generally inviting, it could be less enticing during the months of increased precipitation. The months from
May to
October represent this phase, often receiving the highest rainfall volumes, peaking at 51mm (2.01") in October. Even though temperatures remain appealing, the extended wet conditions may potentially disrupt outdoor endeavors. Consequently, planning visits away from these months might ensure a more comfortable experience.
Spring weather in Lucas
Springtime in
Lucas brings a comfortably warm climate with temperatures averaging anywhere between 24.9°C (76.8°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F). Rainfall begins to slightly increase in comparison with the prior months but, with an average range from 15mm (0.59") to 19mm (0.75"), remains below the annual average. Daily sunshine hours tend to increase during this season, recording between 8.9 and 10.1 hours, complementing the season’s rather pleasant appeal.
Summer weather in Lucas
Summers are notably warm in
Lucas with average high temperatures rocketing up to between 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 28.2°C (82.8°F) while the low temperature doesn't drop below 26.3°C (79.3°F). Rainfall begins to intensify during this season, reaching up to 31mm (1.22") by
June. Despite the mounting rainfall, the summer months still offer significant daily sunshine hours, spanning from 10.3 to 10.7 hours.
Autumn weather in Lucas
Autumn in
Lucas comes with the warmest months of the year. From
September to
November, high average temperatures hover between 27.9°C (82.2°F) and 28.7°C (83.7°F) and the lowest average temperatures range from 27.1°C (80.8°F) to 27.8°C (82°F), with September typically being the hottest month. Rainfall crests in this season, clocking up to 50mm (1.97") in September and 51mm (2.01") in
October, the highest recorded for the year.
Winter weather in Lucas
Winter weather in
Lucas is quite mild with temperatures dipping slightly compared to the rest of the year - averaging between 25.4°C (77.7°F) and 26.9°C (80.4°F). Rainfall starts to lessen and tracks downward from 48mm (1.89") in
November to 27mm (1.06") by
December, signaling the onset of the drier months. Accompanying this drop in precipitation is a decrease in daily sunshine hours, registering between 6.5 and 6.7 hours towards the end of the year.
Weather in January
Weather in February
February brings a slight decrease in rainfall, falling to 15mm (0.59") from 18mm (0.71") in
January. The weather sees a mild elevation in both maximum and minimum temperatures, continuing the steady progression of warmth from the previous month.
Weather in February » Weather in March
March sees an increase in notable factors such as rainfall, rising to 19mm (0.75") from
February's 15mm (0.59"). The combination of rainfall and warm temperatures necessitates slightly higher humidity levels compared to February.
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Weather in April
April imitates
March with almost identical average temperatures and wind gust speeds of 32.6km/h (20.3mph). However, rainfall starts to pick up significantly, notching upwards to 19mm (0.75") from 15mm (0.59") in the previous month.
Weather in April » Weather in May
In
Lucas,
May marks a considerable shift in the climate with a drastic increase in precipitation which rises to an average of 43mm (1.69"). The humidity follows suit, attributing to a more humid and tropical feel to the air. Despite the increased rain, May also enjoys a slight increase in daylight duration, offering longer periods for outdoor activity.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June in
Lucas carries almost identical temperatures to
May, but sees a slight decrease in rainfall from 43mm (1.69") to 22mm (0.87"). The weather conditions remain suitable for a variety of outdoor activities, thanks to the consistently long daylight and sunshine hours.
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Weather in July
July brings about slightly higher temperatures and winds compared to
June in
Lucas. Despite these marginal changes, the most noteworthy aspect of the month's weather is the increase in rainfall, leaping up to 31mm (1.22") from June's 22mm (0.87").
Weather in July » Weather in August
The weather in
August witnesses a consistent rise in temperatures, rainfall, and humidity in
Lucas. Rainfall surges from 31mm (1.22") in
July to 43mm (1.69"), accounting for a wetter and more tropical environment. Wind speeds remain relatively stable, providing a comfortable breeze to offset the humidity.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September observes the highest rainfall of the year at 50mm (1.97"), jumping from
August's 43mm (1.69"). The temperatures and wind performance remain steady, making this the wettest month in
Lucas. In spite of the heightened rainfall, the daylight hours decrease only mildly.
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Weather in October
October exhibits a steady decline in rainfall from
September's peak, averaging at 51mm (2.01"). The weather is akin to that of September with few differences like a slight decrease in wind speed to 19.6km/h (12.2mph). While daylight and sunshine hours moderate a little, these do not alter the overall weather scenario.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November in
Lucas indicates a diminishing rainfall, dropping to 48mm (1.89") from the 51mm (2.01") observed in
October. The wind speeds increase to 20.9km/h (13mph) from October’s average of 19.6km/h (12.2mph), offering more breeze during the day.
Weather in November » Weather in December
In
Lucas,
December denotes a significant decline in rainfall, falling to 27mm (1.06") from 48mm (1.89") in
November. As the city transitions away from the wetter months, wind speeds maintain their upward trajectory from last month, averaging at 24.6km/h (15.3mph).
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