St. Vincent & the Grenadines December holidays

Festivals and events in St. Vincent & the Grenadines in December

Throw away your dreams of a white, snowy Christmas and replace them with a luxurious white, sandy one instead! There is so much to celebrate in St Vincent and the Grenadines, with a never wavering festive cheer. The Vincentians are not ones to hold back on their Christmas lights, so make sure you catch the spectacular light display at their national Botanical Gardens; it is not to be missed.

Nine Mornings Festival is a Vincentian festival that celebrates the nine-day countdown to Christmas day. The festival originates from their colonial past, where celebrations, from both locals and tourists alike, begin as early as 4 am.

Old Years Night is the Vincentian name for New Year’s Eve, where Bequia’s harbour is illuminated with a display of mesmerising fireworks. The clubs in Kingstown are bustling and rum is poured copiously. Let the famed beaches of the Grenadines nurse your hangover the very next day, as the sea replenishes you for the start of the New Year.

Top places to visit in St. Vincent & the Grenadines in December

A short journey from Kingstown’s town centre, the National Botanical Gardens are the oldest botanical gardens in the western hemisphere. Originally used for the growth of medicinal herbs and spices; engage in the gardens’ history with one of their knowledgeable tour guides. The guides cost a small fee but offer a wealth of information on the local flora, and the native endangered parrots.

These interactive tours introduce you to the unusual natural world of nail file leaves, popular perfume ingredients, and flowers that hug your earlobes! Listen out for the rare parrots chirping hello from the aviaries and enjoy fresh coconut water cut from the trees.

The gardens are perfect for a relaxed amble; an enjoyable, insightful time on the island. Stick around till the evening to catch the garden in full Christmas gleam. Each night of the Nine Night of lights hosts a variety of thematic evenings, such as Gospel night and Steel Pan night, and there is always lots to keep the kids entertained.

What’s the weather like in St. Vincent & the Grenadines in December?

In December, St. Vincent and the Grenadines has an average temperature of 27.5°C, with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. There is a moderate chance of rainfall with an average of 16 days of rain in the month.

What to pack for a holiday in St. Vincent & the Grenadines in December

• Don’t forget sun cream, sunglasses and a hat for protection from the sun
• Bring light clothes and a light raincoat for when it rains
• Snorkelling equipment and rubber-soled shoes
• Hiking shoes and a sweatshirt
• A smarter outfit for dining
• Mosquito/insect repellent
• Kaftan or sarong
• Snorkelling gear
• A waterproof GoPro for capturing your sea adventures
• Umbrella
• Don’t forget your travel plug adaptor