Best time to visit the Cayman Islands

Q: When is the best time to visit the Cayman Islands?

The best times to visit the the Cayman Islands (George Town) are in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October Daily hours of sunshine = 8 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in the Cayman Islands?

The hottest time of year in George Town, Cayman Islands is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 32°C with very high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in the Cayman Islands?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in George Town, Cayman Islands with 234mm on average. There are normally 17 days in October with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in the Cayman Islands?

The sunniest time of year in George Town, Cayman Islands is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 77% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in the Cayman Islands?

The sea is usually at its warmest in George Town, Cayman Islands in September when the water temperature reaches 30°C.

The best times to visit the Cayman Islands (George Town) are in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.

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When is the best time to visit Cayman Islands?

The best times to visit the Cayman Islands (George Town) are in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for Cayman Islands, represented by George Town, (George Town) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Cayman Islands weather overview

Grand Cayman is the largest and most well known of these three low-lying Cayman Islands which lie due south of Cuba. Trade winds blow softly here making conditions particularly pleasant and balmy and even the rains are of the "liquid sunshine" variety with short, intense showers sandwiched between periods of brilliant sunshine.

The wettest months are May to November and, at this time, there is a chance of tropical storms or hurricanes hitting town. Temperatures are consistently hot all year but never excessive.

What to pack for Cayman Islands weather

Light cotton clothing at any time of the year with cover-ups for occasional chilly winter evenings is appropriate.

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Flight time^✝	12 hours
Time difference	UK -5 hours
Language(s)	English
Currency	Cayman Islands Dollar
Electricity	A + B plug (120V)
Driving side	Left

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Which is the hottest month in the Cayman Islands?

The hottest time of year in George Town, Cayman Islands is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 32°C with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in the Cayman Islands?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in George Town, Cayman Islands with 234mm on average. There are normally 17 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in the Cayman Islands?

The sunniest time of year in George Town, Cayman Islands is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 77% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in the Cayman Islands?

The sea is usually at its warmest in George Town, Cayman Islands in September when the water temperature reaches 30°C.

What is the flight time to the Cayman Islands from the UK?

The flight time to the Cayman Islands from the UK is typically 12 hours.

What is the time difference between the Cayman Islands and the UK?

The time difference between the Cayman Islands and the UK is UK time-5 hours.

What is the main language spoken in the Cayman Islands?

The main language spoken in the Cayman Islands is English.

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What is the currency in the Cayman Islands?

The currency in the Cayman Islands is the Cayman Islands Dollar (KYD).

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Which plugs are used in the Cayman Islands?

Cayman Islands uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in the Cayman Islands?

They drive on the left side of the road in the Cayman Islands.

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