Antigua and Barbuda
Best Time to Visit Codrington
Codrington, on Barbuda, is a low-key village with a serious climate divide. The dry season, from December to April, offers reliably sunny days, while June to November brings heat, humidity, and a real risk of tropical storms. You need to pick your window carefully if you want decent weather without the high-season crowds and prices.
✦ Go in April or May for the best balance of good weather, lower prices, and fewer people.
✅ Best months
January and February: the driest, coolest months with daytime highs around 28°C, low humidity, and steady trade winds. March is also good, with similar conditions and fewer tourists than February's peak.
🔥 Peak season
December to March: these months are busy because of North American and European winter sun-seekers. Hotel prices can double. Christmas and New Year are particularly expensive. The Antigua Sailing Week (late April) also draws a crowd, but it's more Antigua-focused.
💷 Shoulder (best value)
April and May: the weather is still mostly dry, with temperatures creeping up to 30°C, but hotel rates drop by 30–40%. Fewer people, no hurricane risk, and still plenty of sunshine.
🌙 Quietest & cheapest
September and October: the cheapest time to visit, with rooms often 60% off peak rates. The trade-offs are serious: high humidity, daily rain, and the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season (June–November). Many resorts and restaurants close for renovation.
Codrington season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Weather: Warm and dry, 28–31°C, low humidity.
Crowds: Low to medium
Best for birdwatching at Codrington Lagoon (frigatebird colony).
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Weather: Hot and humid, 30–33°C, afternoon showers.
Crowds: Low
Quietest period; risk of tropical storms increases from August onwards.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Weather: Hottest and wettest, 31–33°C, high humidity, hurricane risk.
Crowds: Very low
Cheapest rates, but many places closed. Not recommended unless you're on a tight budget and flexible about weather.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Weather: Coolest and driest, 26–28°C, sunny and breezy.
Crowds: High
Peak season – book well ahead. Ideal for beach time and exploring the Frigate Sanctuary.
🎭 Events worth timing a trip around
The annual Barbuda Fisherman's Festival (late May/early June) celebrates local fishing culture with boat races, food stalls, and a genuine community vibe. The Antigua Sailing Week (late April) is nearby and brings extra visitors to the island, but it's more of an Antigua event.
🧳 What to pack
Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket or an umbrella even in the dry season – sudden tropical downpours can happen at any time, and they're often brief but intense.
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Researched & reviewed by the TripSage editorial team · Updated July 2026.