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Caribbean cruises in April

April is the last full month of the dry season and quietly one of the best: the sea warms toward 80 °F, crowds thin after Easter and fares begin to slip. Late in the month some ships leave Florida to reposition for summer in Europe or Alaska, so the choice of ships narrows a little.

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Avg high 82°F
13 hrs daylight

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Caribbean in April: Best time to go

Across Caribbean cruise ports, April brings average highs around 82°F (28°C) and lows near 79°F, with about 1.4 inches of rain over the month and roughly 13 hours of daylight.

Verdict: Best time to go
Season: Year-round; driest and busiest December to April. Hurricane season June 1 to November 30, most active August to October.
Average high / low: 82°F / 79°F
Rainfall (month): 1.4 in
Daylight: About 13 hours
Typical cruise length: 4 to 7 nights; 8 to 12 nights for most Southern Caribbean routes from Florida

What to pack: light, breathable clothes, swimwear, a sun hat, sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen, plus a light layer for air-conditioned rooms.

How April compares with the rest of the year

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Caribbean weather in April

Average monthly weather in Caribbean cruise ports
Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F (°C)	8027	8027	8127	8228	8329	8429	8529	8530	8630	8529	8328	8228
Low °F (°C)	7725	7725	7825	7926	8127	8228	8228	8328	8328	8228	8127	7926
Rain in (mm)	2.154	1.334	1.334	1.435	2.460	4.0101	3.179	3.793	4.1104	5.6143	5.3136	2.769
Daylight (hrs)	11	12	12	13	13	13	13	13	12	12	11	11

Average daily highs and lows and monthly rainfall for 2015–2024 from NASA POWER for the area around Caribbean cruise ports, adjusted to sea level; daylight is calculated for mid-month. Real weather on any given day varies.

April weather port by port

Port	Avg high	Avg low	Rain	Daylight
Cozumel	84°F	78°F	1.8 in	13 h
St. Thomas	81°F	79°F	1.5 in	13 h
St. Maarten	81°F	79°F	1.2 in	13 h
Grand Cayman	82°F	80°F	0.6 in	13 h
Roatán	82°F	81°F	2.2 in	13 h
Costa Maya	83°F	80°F	1.8 in	13 h
San Juan	86°F	77°F	3.2 in	13 h
Aruba	82°F	80°F	0.3 in	12 h
Curaçao	82°F	80°F	0.2 in	12 h
Barbados	82°F	80°F	0.8 in	12 h
St. Lucia	83°F	80°F	0.9 in	12 h
Perfect Day at CocoCay	78°F	76°F	2.1 in	13 h

Average daily highs and lows, 2015–2024, from NASA POWER, adjusted to sea level. Rain is the average monthly total.

Other great cruise destinations in April

See every destination for April, with a port weather map →

Caribbean in April: FAQs

Is April a good time to cruise Caribbean?

Yes, it's one of the best months. April is the last full month of the dry season and quietly one of the best: the sea warms toward 80 °F, crowds thin after Easter and fares begin to slip. Late in the month some ships leave Florida to reposition for summer in Europe or Alaska, so the choice of ships narrows a little.

What is the weather like on a Caribbean cruise in April?

Across Caribbean cruise ports, April brings average highs around 82°F (28°C) and lows near 79°F, with about 1.4 inches of rain over the month and roughly 13 hours of daylight. Conditions vary from port to port and day to day.

What should I pack for a Caribbean cruise in April?

Pack light, breathable clothes, swimwear, a sun hat, sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen, plus a light layer for air-conditioned rooms. Check your cruise line's dress code for evenings.

When is the best time to cruise Caribbean?

Year-round; driest and busiest December to April. Hurricane season June 1 to November 30, most active August to October.. The best months are usually January, February, March, April, December.

Where else can I cruise in April?

April is also a top month for Eastern Caribbean, Western Caribbean, Southern Caribbean, Bahamas, Pacific Coastal.

Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.

Sources: NASA POWER climate data.