Why August is a Great Time to Visit Barbados
The Best Time to Visit Barbados
If you’ve been eyeing up a late summer holiday and weighing up the perfect destination, look no further than Barbados.
The best time to visit Barbados is in August, thanks to tropical weather, cultural festivals and fewer tourists during the off-season, meaning you can enjoy your holiday at your own pace.
As August is within Barbados’ off-season, you will find prices and wait times for attractions are generally better than in the summer, with the same fantastic year-round tropical climate.
Here at Royal Westmoreland, we’ve spent over 30 years enjoying the beauty of Barbados in every season, so discover why August is the best time to visit Barbados from the experts.
Holiday prices in August
Barbados’ peak season is in the winter, making August the best time to visit Barbados for greater flexibility, cheaper flights and fewer tourists.
Flights can range from 20% to 30% cheaper in the low season when compared to high-season prices between December and April.
Barbados weather in August
The weather in Barbados is tropical year-round, but you can expect average temperatures between 26°C and 31°C in August – perfect for soaking up the sun.
On average, August is Barbados’ hottest month, making it the ideal time to visit for those chasing the sun. It’s humid, sunny and occasionally showers.
August is also technically within Barbados’ wet season, but don’t let the name fool you – this wet season is nothing like the UK. Rain showers in Barbados are brief and followed by glorious sunshine, making the odd spell of rain a refreshing spritz from the heat.
If you’re worried about hurricanes, these tropical storms rarely hit Barbados at all. Barbados is on the edge of the Atlantic hurricane belt, making storms of this intensity extremely uncommon.
Barbados crowds in August
August is the best time to unwind in Barbados, thanks to the low season drawing fewer crowds than any other time of year.
Fewer tourists also means no waking up at the break of dawn to secure a place at the beach, shorter wait times at restaurants and more leisurely strolls through Barbados’ many attractions.
If you own a holiday home with us, this also makes August the perfect time to use your holiday home and immerse yourself within the local culture.
Activities to do in August
The low season doesn’t mean fewer activities – it’s actually the opposite.
Whether you fancy beach hopping, festival dancing or simply smelling the flowers, Barbados is chock-full of activities.
Crop Over Festival
Have you ever heard of Crop Over Festival? If you haven’t, it’s one to add to your bucket list immediately.
A six-week-long event, Crop Over is a series of artistic, cultural and party events that run from as early as June to as late as August. Crop Over ends with Grand Kadooment Day, traditionally celebrated on the first Monday of every August.
Grand Kadooment Day is an unforgettable spectacle of street parades, partying masqueraders, food and music – celebrating the island’s history and identity.
Gorgeous beaches
There’s no shortage of beautiful beaches in Barbados – in fact, you may find that you are spoilt for choice!
The best time to visit Barbados beaches is during the off-season, as you aren’t competing with tourists for the best spots on the sand. Instead, enjoy all the beach activities available at your leisure.
Carlisle Bay and Crane Beach are fantastic options for swimming, sunbathing and, for the adventurous, watersports – including snorkelling and scuba diving.
If you want to give body surfing a go, Crane Beach is the perfect scenic destination, with fewer tourists and large swells to explore. Even if you aren’t the surfing type, it’s fantastic to watch.
Hunte’s Gardens
Hunte’s Gardens is a beautiful botanical garden, nestled in the hills of central Barbados.
A must-see (and must-smell) attraction, experience the sensory experience of exotic wildflowers, tropical plants, and beautiful trees. Set in a sinkhole, the garden is layered with cascading flowers.
It’s an immersive experience not to be missed, with the best time to visit for shorter queues being August.
Book a holiday for August!
What are you waiting for? Booking your August getaway well in advance will help you save more and give you the experience of a lifetime to look forward to.
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