The Antigua and Barbuda sport fishing tournament takes centre stage during May. This competition brings together sport fishing fanatics and seafood lovers alike. The three-day tournament traditionally takes place mid-May at the Nelson Dockyard- the historic UNESCO world heritage site. A family-friendly event that puts on live music, different local food and drinks vendors set up stalls making for a great weekend of fun. The winner of the competition gets awarded under the Nelson’s Dockyard floodlight on Sunday evening.
With the guaranteed sunshine and the long days you tend to get in June, why not visit Dickenson Bay. This beach is located on the northwest side of the island and is another Caribbean tropical paradise. The calm, warm waters typical for this bay make for idyllic conditions for water sports - Jet skis, kayak and Hobie Cats all available for hire. Or if you prefer something a little more relaxing, a selection of beachfront restaurants and even a floating bar with some excellent views of the bay.
In June, Antigua & Barbuda has an average temperature of 28°C, with highs of 30°C and lows of 26°C. Despite it being wet season, the chance of hurricanes is low, and rain is moderate with an average of 14 days of rain in the month. When it does rain it will be in short sharp bursts. The following months receive much higher levels of rain.
General packing tips for June: