Antigua and Barbuda in December: Weather, Crowds & What to Expect
Climate Map for December
Average temperature across Antigua and Barbuda in December.
City Weather in December
| City | High | Low | Rain | UV | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda | 29° | 23° | 104 mm | high | Warm |
| All Saints, Antigua and Barbuda | 29° | 22° | 107 mm | high | Warm |
| Piggotts | 29° | 23° | 92 mm | high | Warm |
| Liberta, Antigua and Barbuda | 28° | 22° | 109 mm | high | Warm |
| Bolans | 28° | 23° | 111 mm | high | Warm |
| Potters Village | 29° | 22° | 104 mm | high | Warm |
| Codrington, Barbuda | 29° | 23° | 96 mm | high | Warm |
High / low are average daily temperatures (°C). “Feels” reflects how hot or cold it feels, allowing for humidity.
Antigua - St. John’s, English Harbour & Southwest Coast
The height of the dry, comfortable season is here: mornings are breezy and pleasantly warm while days stay reliably sunny, making it the busiest month for hotels and charters. English Harbour events and public holidays attract crowds; book moorings and rentals well in advance. Sun protection, reef shoes and lightweight layers are all you need for long days ashore and on the water.
Antigua - East Coast & North Shore (Half Moon Bay, Devil’s Bridge, Long Bay)
The northeast trade winds are at their most reliable and swell is often smaller, delivering balanced conditions for both beachcombing and easier paddle sessions. Devil’s Bridge is dramatic in crisp air yet safer to approach without strong gusts, and snorkeling in sheltered bays is at its most consistently clear. Expect fewer interruptions to water-based plans, making this a preferred stretch for active coastal exploration.
Barbuda - Codrington, Frigatebird Sanctuary & Pink Sand Beaches
Brisk northeast trades make the flat plains feel pleasantly fresh and the lagoon offers consistently calm conditions for boat outings to the frigatebird roosts. The island’s main village of Codrington fills with weekend visitors from Antigua, so plan travel and lodging well ahead. Sun protection and light windproof clothing are the main packing needs for the most comfortable experience.
Marine & Sailing Conditions (Inter-island passages, reefs and hurricane season)
By year-end the sea is often at its most dependable for cruising: steady winds, warm water and generally calm seas make December excellent for charters and competitive sailing events. Mooring availability tightens fast as holiday traffic peaks, so reserve well in advance. This is the most straightforward month for planning cruises between Antigua’s sheltered harbours and Barbuda’s lagoons.