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Antigua & Barbuda August holidays
5 Reasons to love an August holiday in Antigua & Barbuda
- August is the hottest month in Antigua and Barbuda; with the average daytime temperature at 29 degrees - be sure to pack your suncream!
- Get value for money when travelling to Antigua and Barbuda in August.
- Go to Carnival – one of the biggest parties of the year.
- Turtle nesting season has started, an excellent opportunity to spot some of the island's endangered turtles nesting their eggs on the beaches.
- Less touristy during the low season.
Holidays to the Antigua & Barbuda in August
Festivals and events in Antigua & Barbuda in August
August's most popular event, The Antigua Carnival, sees people swarm to the island to enjoy the celebrations. This 13-day carnival is an explosion of artistic talent, Caribbean culture, Steelband music, and colourful masquerades. The event celebrates the abolishment of slavery, dating back to the 1st of August 1834, when slaves celebrated their freedom with singing and dance- the birth of this tradition. This festival is the longest-running carnival in the Caribbean, a 60 years old tradition claimed 'the Caribbean's greatest summer festival.' Expect many music performances, parades, beauty pageants, and much more.
Top places to visit in Antigua & Barbuda in August
Take a trip to St John's, the capital city of Antigua and Barbuda. This tropical city offers beautiful postcard beaches and coves to explore, exquisite dining options, cultural and colonial history, and some of the Caribbean's best events and festivals. If you are lucky enough to be around for the infamous carnival, we recommend booking promptly as hotels get booked up quickly for this popular event.
What’s the weather like in Antigua & Barbuda in August
In August, Antigua & Barbuda has an average temperature of 29°C, with highs of 31°C and lows of 26°C. The chance of rain is high with an average of 13 days of rain in the month. August is one of the wettest months of the year, but any showers will be brief and a refreshing break from the hot temperatures.
What to pack for a holiday in Antigua & Barbuda in August
General packing tips for August:
- Pack light clothing, swimwear and shoes suited to a summer holiday.
- Bring a light raincoat or small umbrella for downpours and a jumper or cardigan for the cooler evenings.
- Don’t forget sun cream, sunglasses and a hat for protection from the sun.
- Strong bug spray and afterbite remedy.
- Travel plug adapter.
- Prescription medicines.
- A tote bag as plastic bags are banned.
- Avoid camouflage print and other army-type clothing as it’s prohibited in Antigua & Barbuda.
- If you wish to snorkel from the beach, bring your own snorkelling equipment to avoid rental costs.