Guadeloupe June holidays

Festivals and events in Guadeloupe in June

June is jam-packed with musical events and festivals. At the start of the month, revel in the frivolities at the Terre de Blues Festival in Marie-Galante. It's a jazz and blues festival set over 4 days with acts from France, the Caribbean and beyond, performing at restaurants, bars and Habitation Murat.

Fête De La Musique is a series of music events held across all of Guadeloupe's islands. There are concerts, restaurant performances, DJ sets, rap battles, music school performances and more, displaying a wide range of music genres. The music celebrations take place on 21st June, the Summer Solstice.

Golf enthusiasts will be excited to know that June features the Saint Francois Golf Open, an official competition stage in the Alps Tour. The 18-hole golf course in Saint Francois was designed by Robert Trent Jones, a famous architect who has completed nearly 500 courses in 35 countries.

Top places to visit in Guadeloupe in June

For an escape from the rain, head to Pointe-à-Pitre in Grande-Terre and visit the Mémorial ACTe museum, get your shopping at one of the many bustling markets or learn more about Guadeloupe's ecosystem at the Aquarium de la Guadeloupe. Alternatively, venture to Basse-Terre, where you can join a rum tasting tour at Distillerie Bologne, or take a ferry over to Marie-Galante to visit one (or all) of the country's most iconic rum brewers – Distillerie Bielle, Distillerie Poisson and Domaine de Bellevue.

With 8 hours of sunshine and temperatures up to 32°C, it is still a wonderful time to visit Guadaloupe. Make the most of the low prices and quiet beaches, if you don't mind the odd downpour. Spend your days relaxing on the beautiful and rarely crowded beaches full of white, golden, black and even pink sand. Favourites include the golden bays of Grande-Anse beach in Basse-Terre, the sugary white sands of Datcha Beach in Gosier and Plage Malendure's volcanic black-sand beach in Basse-Terre.

What’s the weather like in Guadeloupe in June?

In June, Guadeloupe has an average temperature of 28°C, with highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C. There is an average of 14-16 days of rain in the month. If you're travelling to Guadeloupe in June, bear in mind that it is the first month of the rainy season, however, there is also lots of sunshine. The rainfall gives some much-needed relief for the heat and humidity.

What to pack for a holiday in Guadeloupe in June

General packing tips for June:

• Pack light clothing, swimwear and shoes suited to a summer holiday.
• Smart-casual outfits for the evening
• 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 after-bite remedy.
• Travel plug adapter.
• Prescription medicines.
• Tote bag for shopping and a plastic bag for muddy shoes.
• Hiking shoes if you plan on visiting the rainforest and volcano in Basse-Terre.
• Waterproof shoes for swimming in waterfalls.
• Extra layers for hiking to higher altitudes
• If you wish to snorkel from the beach, bring your own snorkelling equipment. Wear a rash vest to avoid sunburn.