Cooper Island (British Virgin Islands)

Island Small uninhabited island popular for diving and snorkeling

Cooper Island in the British Virgin Islands is a small coral isle popular for snorkeling and diving on nearby reefs. A handful of beach lodges and day‑visitor facilities support reef trips and relaxed beach time.

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Cooper Island is a small island in the British Virgin Islands group, known for sheltered bays, coral reefs and dive sites. It is a low-lying, tropical island used for tourism and marine recreation.

The island contains limited visitor facilities, including a small eco-resort and beach amenities that serve snorkelers and scuba divers. The surrounding waters are popular for day trips from nearby larger islands.

Cooper Island lies in the central British Virgin Islands and is accessed by small boats from neighbouring islands in the archipelago.

  • Visitor facilities: Home to a small eco-resort and dive sites that attract recreational visitors to its bays and reefs.
Cooper Island (British Virgin Islands)
18.3786, -64.5099

How to Get to Cooper Island (British Virgin Islands) #

Cooper Island is reached by boat from the main islands of the British Virgin Islands. The usual departure points are Tortola’s Road Town or nearby islands; private charter boats and water taxis are the standard means. Plan travel with local operators who monitor weather and sea conditions.

Tips for Visiting Cooper Island (British Virgin Islands) #

  • Check tide tables before attempting to walk between islands - some sandbars can be treacherous at high tide.
  • Bring snorkeling gear; shallow reefs and seagrass meadows around Cooper Island host rays and juvenile reef fish.
  • Respect private land signs: portions of small islands can be owned or managed by resorts and conservation authorities.

Best Time to Visit Cooper Island (British Virgin Islands) #

Island destination - best in the dry season for calm seas and safe boat travel; always check weather and marine conditions.

Dry Season
December-April · 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Calm seas and better visibility for snorkeling; popular for yacht charters.
Hurricane Season
June-November · 25-31°C (77-88°F)
Higher risk of storms and rough seas; travel plans should be flexible.

Weather & Climate near Cooper Island (British Virgin Islands) #

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1117 mm/year), wettest in September.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (137 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (137 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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