The Best Time to Visit Antigua

Did you know Antigua has 365 beaches? Meaning, you could stay in Antigua for a whole year, and not see the same beach twice. Not only that, you'll barely need to unpack your cardigan thanks to its year round warm climate. Whether you're looking for warm tropical weather, sugar white sandy beaches or a taste of authentic Caribbean culture, Antigua is a destination to tempt even the most discerning traveller. If you've already taken the leap and decided Antigua is definitely the place for you, you'll need to know when's best to travel. Below we've put together a guide to the best time to visit Antigua, so you can make the most of this paradise island.

Quick facts about Antigua

• The time in Antigua is GMT -4 hours
• The currency is Caribbean dollar but US dollar is widely accepted.
• A flight to Antigua takes between 8 – 9 hours
• The official language of Antigua is English
• The island holds a mountain once named boggy peak. It was renamed to Mount Obama in 2009 to honour the US president.
• Oprah Winfrey, Giorgio Armani, Richard Branson and Eric Clapton have all lived or owned homes on the island.
• There's plenty of things to do in Antigua including swimming with stingrays!

When's your favourite time to visit Antigua? Let us know in the comments below. Stay up to date at Visit Antigua & Barbuda's Calendar of events or discover the best things to do in Antigua.