English Harbour, Antigua and Barbuda: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to English Harbour, Antigua and Barbuda? If you're planning to go to English Harbour, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to English Harbour
- Important essentials for English Harbour
- Activities for English Harbour
- English Harbour in January: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in February: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in March: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in April: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in May: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in June: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in July: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in August: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in September: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in October: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in November: weather and what to pack
- English Harbour in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to English Harbour, Antigua and Barbuda
Based on the climate and weather in English Harbour, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for English Harbour, Antigua and Barbuda
Here are some general tips on what to wear in English Harbour, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often become worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one is sufficent for most locations, but you should check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in English Harbour. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Airplane or car necessities
What to wear/what to pack for English Harbour, Antigua and Barbuda by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January here is hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
February
February in English Harbour is extremely warm and very rainy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
March
In March, English Harbour is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for English Harbour, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 80%. Additionally, it is breezy.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
April
In April, English Harbour is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (high 20s C) and sometimes jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for English Harbour, with several of the days of the month having rain. In April, humidity reaches as high as 80%. Additionally, it is breezy.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters contaminants:
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Waterproof sandals
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
May
If you vacation in English Harbour during May, you may find that it is hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We like:
June
If you visit English Harbour during June, you may find that it is extremely hot, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
July
July for English Harbour is really hot, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
August
If you vacation in English Harbour during August, you may notice that it is constantly hot, very rainy and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
September
September can be very hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
October
In October, English Harbour is pretty consistently hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for English Harbour, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In October, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
November
If you are traveling to English Harbour in November, you will notice that it is extremely warm and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
December
December here is hot and very rainy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
Activities for English Harbour, Antigua and Barbuda
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for English Harbour.
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