It’s a honeymoon nightmare: You’ve meticulously planned your beach honeymoon or romantic vacation, considering daily activities, dining locations, and even attire. However, upon arrival, the weather is dismal—hot, humid, or persistently rainy.

Worse, you could find yourself amidst a hurricane or tornado. This scenario may seem like a bad omen or merely poor planning, but just like any travelers, honeymooners can feel trapped in cabin fever.

Fortunately, there is a solution. By paying close attention to the weather during your planning stages, you significantly increase your chances of avoiding a rainfall disaster. Discovering where the pleasant weather will be during your travel dates enables you to select your honeymoon destination wisely.

Caribbean Weather

As many honeymooners prefer beach destinations, let’s focus on the Caribbean. According to a travel expert:

• “The Caribbean is near perfect for honeymooners almost all year round, as proven by many couples visiting each season. However, for those considering an August honeymoon, be aware that this month is one of the rainiest across nearly every island.”
• “Conversely, the Turks and Caicos islands generally do not experience a rainy season, with any rainfall occurring mostly from September to November. Summer temperatures typically hover in the 80s, enhanced by gentle offshore trade winds. Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao (the ABC islands) also enjoy minimal rainfall throughout the year, with the rainy season commencing only in October.”
• “Even couples who find themselves on an island during its rainy season should not panic. Caribbean rains are often not continuous; they usually appear as intermittent yet heavy showers that the sun dries quickly.”

Meteorologist Dr. Jeff Masters, a former hurricane tracker now with The Weather Underground, warns couples planning an August honeymoon in the Caribbean:

• “Choosing an island during this month involves risk since August is peak hurricane season. If you decide to go, consider opting for more southern islands like Barbados, Trinidad, Curacao, or Aruba; they are far enough south to witness a major hurricane roughly once a century.”

Take No Chances

The official Caribbean hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. No tropical activity is forecasted before this date, with updates on seasonal activity starting from June 1. By early June, forecasts for the Atlantic basin gradually become available. For immediate updates, visit the Weather Underground’s Hurricane Tracker for the latest activity information.

Watch the Weather Sites

The Weather Channel offers up-to-date weather information for both U.S. and international destinations, in addition to detailed airport and flight information.

iPhone users can create a customized weather page by selecting the cities they wish to monitor, receiving daily weather alerts directly on their devices.

To see reliable weather information, consult the National Weather Service. This official resource provides timely updates and is a key provider of daily forecasts for television meteorologists across the U.S.

Google the Weather

Finding weather details is simple: search for your destination coupled with the words “temperature” or “average weather (month).” While this won’t give you a precise forecast, it helps establish realistic expectations. Additionally, considering the effects of climate change is crucial for understanding current weather patterns.

And When You Can’t Bear Heat & Humidity…