Climate Insights for Saba

The climate in Saba is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 815mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 286mm of rainfall. Saba is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, March, May. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Saba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 37°C. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Saba is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 815mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 286mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 286mm less than August, 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.

Saba 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 February, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Saba, which began on September 23, 2026. Saba is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 18°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Saba is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 0mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 37°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Saba 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.