Climate Insights for Trinidad

The climate in Trinidad is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 207mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Trinidad sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Trinidad sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 4°C to 21°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 12°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 12°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

Trinidad is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 207mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 33mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 33mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Trinidad is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 12km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 7km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.

It is currently summer in Trinidad, which began on June 21, 2026. Trinidad sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 4°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

The best time to visit Trinidad is during February, March, April, May, August, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 21mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 21°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Trinidad based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.