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St. Lucia school holidays deals
Escape to the sunshine with the family for a once in a lifetime holiday to St Lucia. With spectacular hotels, thrilling activities, jaw-dropping scenery and beautiful beaches, it’s no wonder that St Lucia is one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean for families.
Travelling during school holidays can be expensive and it can be busy with availability especially with interconnecting family rooms, the first thing to mention is booking in advance to avoid disappointment especially if you have a particular resort or hotel in mind. Alongside the other Caribbean islands, the peak season for St Lucia falls over the winter months from December through to May, with lovely hot temperatures and avoiding the peak of the rainy season which falls during the summer months. The school holidays that coincide with the St Lucian peak season are Christmas, New Year, February half term and Easter half term.
Half Term & school holidays to St. Lucia
Weather in St. Lucia during school holidays
February Half Term
February is one of the driest and least humid times of the year with an average temperature of 27°C, seeing highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. With the low humidity, February is a great month for outdoor excursions, we would highly recommend a guided hike up Gros Piton which can be found on the West Coast of the Island.
Easter
In April, St Lucia has an average temperature of 27°C, with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. April is still the high tourist season and falls over the Easter holidays and the American Spring Break. Religious traditions are observed during the Holy Week in April, including mass services and religious meals.
May Half Term
May has an average temperature of 26.5°C, highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C, the weather can become quite rainy towards the middle of the month as it starts to head into the wet season. A visit to St Lucia in May gives you the opportunity to witness and enjoy the incredible St Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival. A week-long musical celebration that has been running annually since 1992, the festival is one of the most established and anticipated jazz, blues, R&B and Calypso festivals in the Caribbean.
Summer
In July & August St Lucia has an average temperature of 27°C, with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C, the summer months fall right in the middle of the wet season so tropical storms and rainfall can be expected. Do also be aware that August is one of the peak hurricane months so be sure to check weather warnings before you travel.
October Half Term
In October, St Lucia has an average temperature of 27°C, with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C, it is the wettest month of the year and falls in hurricane season so be sure to check weather warnings before you travel. Festivals include Creole Heritage Month and La Marguerite Flower Festival.
Christmas & New Year
In December, St Lucia has an average temperature of 27°C, with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C, December also sees the start of the peak season. St Lucia day is celebrated on the 13th of December with a festival of lights and festivities, with Christmas and New year there are also a huge host of celebrations to enjoy on the Island.
Best destinations for Half Term & school holidays in St. Lucia
The best destination for a family holiday during the school holidays is to head to an all-inclusive resort on the island of St Lucia. All-inclusive holidays on St Lucia are a great option for those wanting to sit back, relax and not worry about running out of spending money! All resorts will include tastebud tingling food with a wide selection of local delicacies to try alongside free-flowing drinks throughout the day. However, it is not just food and drink that can be readily available at your fingertips, a lot of resorts will include water sports, spa treatments, entertainment programmes and kids' clubs as part of their all-inclusive packages meaning there is round the clock fun to be had for all the family.
Best hotels for Half Term & school holidays in St. Lucia
Coconut Bay Beach Resort and Spa found in the resort of Vieux Fort is a top pick for us for families looking to get away on an all-inclusive St Lucia trip. Located on 85 acres, Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa offers 250 air-conditioned rooms, 9 restaurants, 7 bars, 5 pools, fitness centre, tennis and basketball courts, full-service salon and oceanfront spa plus the island’s largest waterpark.
St. James's Club Morgan Bay in the resort of Gros Islet is a great all-inclusive resort for families with a local kid's club running throughout the day and in the evening. The kids club covers a wide range of activities including arts & crafts, swimming pool and beach games, cooking classes and parties and karaoke in the evenings. All the water sports are included in your stay with daily lessons available and the food on offer in the six onsite restaurants and bars will ensure no one is left hungry!