Best Time to Visit Saint Helena
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha is at its sunniest and driest in February–March.
The best time to visit Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha for sunny, dry weather is February–March — 2 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers October–April, while the wetter half runs through May–September. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 24°C / 75.2°F in August to 27°C / 80.6°F in April, and monthly rainfall from 40 mm / 1.6 in (February) to 60 mm / 2.4 in (May). Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha's climate is broadly consistently warm. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 26°C78.8°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| March | 26.5°C79.7°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha?
The best time to visit Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha for sunny, dry weather is February, March. The warmest month is April (27°C / 80.6°F country-wide average) and the driest is February (about 40 mm / 1.6 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha?
The rainy season in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 50 mm / 2 in. The wettest single month is May, averaging 60 mm / 2.4 in.
What is the dry season in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha?
The drier half of the year in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha covers October–April, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 50 mm / 2 in. The driest single month is February with about 40 mm / 1.6 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha?
The least comfortable months for travel in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha — based on our climate data — are May, June, July, August, September, October. These are Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 60 mm / 2.4 in in May, and temperatures bottom out at 24°C / 75.2°F in August.
Is there a shoulder season in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha?
Shoulder-season months in Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.