Things to Do in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in December
December weather, activities, events & insider tips
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December Weather in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Temperature, rainfall and humidity at a glance
83°F (28°C)
High Temp
77°F (25°C)
Low Temp
2.5 inches (64 mm)
Rainfall
77%
Humidity
Is December Right for You?
Weigh the advantages and considerations before booking
Advantages
- + December is your best bet for the closest thing to a dry season here. Trade winds still shove clouds around. Yet the worst rains have mostly gone. Pack light layers.
- + The sea holds at 27°C (81°F), still gentle on the skin. Atlantic swells that stir the water in other months ease off, giving you clearer snorkeling and smoother hops to the outer Grenadines.
- + Kingstown's Christmas 'Spirit' revs up mid-month. No commercial crush, just sorrel bubbling on stoves and black cake cooling on counters. Steel pans rehearse after dark.
- + Cruise traffic dips below the January-March increase. Waterfalls and popular beaches feel half private, at least until the holiday rush lands.
Considerations
- − Variable is real. One moment you're basking. The next, a hard shower slicks Dark View's black sand and sends strangers scurrying. Twenty minutes later it's gone.
- − High season pricing kicks in. You're not yet at January's peak, but rooms begin their climb, on the exclusive Grenadine islands.
- − Some mom-and-pop eateries and tiny tour desks on Bequia or Union shut for Christmas itself. Build slack into your schedule.
Best Activities in December
Top things to do during your visit
Waterfall and Volcanic Landscape Tours on St. Vincent
Those quick December showers feed the falls. Dark View thunders louder, echoing through bamboo. La Soufrière's trails firm up, less slick than in the wet months. When clouds lift, the rim views sweep clear to the Grenadines. Humidity keeps the rainforest lush, fragrant with damp earth and flowering ginger.
Booking Tip: Hire licensed guides who tack on Falls of Baleine or Trinity Falls after Dark View. You'll taste the island's green interior. Book a few days ahead, pre-Christmas.
Inter-Island Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trips
Sailors call December seas 'comfortable'. Breeze fills sails without the whitecaps that can turn the Tobago Cays crossing into a rodeo. Water clarity above the reefs is superb. Sunlight spears down to starfish and grazing turtles. Salt spray and warm teak under bare feet define the Grenadines.
Coastal Kayaking and Mangrove Exploration
The mangrove channels near Argyle Airport lie flat in December. Air is warm, water bathtub-hot. Clear kayaks let you watch juvenile fish flicker between prop roots. Morning paddles beat the breeze.
Booking Tip: Choose operators with clear hulls and guides who name every bird. Morning slots stay calm. Check the widget for live availability.
Kingstown Market and Historical Walking Tours
December harvest floods Kingstown's Bay Street market. Nutmeg, cinnamon bark, dasheen bush, and salt fish scent the air. A guided walk ties Georgian stone to working port life. Finish with hot coconut bread or a cold mauby.
Booking Tip: Show up Friday or Saturday for peak buzz. Pick guides who braid Fort Charlotte's colonial and Garifuna stories into the stroll. Book a day ahead.
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Public Holidays in December
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
Christmas Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Boxing Day
Known in English as St. Stephen's Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Christmas Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Boxing Day
Known in English as St. Stephen's Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Christmas Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Boxing Day
Known in English as St. Stephen's Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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Insider Knowledge
The 'best' beach depends on the wind. On St. Vincent, when the wind is from the east, the black sand leeward coast (like near Dark View) is calm. When it swings north, head to the golden sands of Buccament Bay. Check conditions daily.
If you're island-hopping, the Bequia ferry is your lifeline. Buy a return ticket on the spot. Don't assume you can just get one later. Friday afternoons and holiday rushes sell out fast.
The Friday night 'jump-up' in Port Elizabeth, Bequia, is where the island's legendary sailors and expats mix. It starts late. The grilled lobster is fantastic. The music spills onto the waterfront. Go.
For a local meal, look for the word 'cookshop' in Kingstown. These are tiny, no-frills spots. They serve heaping plates of stewed chicken, rice and peas, and fried plantain. The price is budget-friendly. The flavor is real.
Avoid These Mistakes
Trying to see too many islands in a short trip. The travel between them is part of the experience. A ferry or flight delay is not an emergency. It's island time. Slow down.
Underestimating the sun and sea. A UV index of 8 plus reflection off the water will burn you faster than you think. Even on a cloudy day. Reapply sunscreen constantly. No exceptions.
Expecting late-night party scenes on most islands. Outside of a few bars in Kingstown and the Bequia jump-up, nightlife is low-key. It finishes early. This is a place for sunset cocktails. Not nightclubs.
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