August cruises from Florida are a fantastic deal because of the low costs and plenty of sunshine in between the rains. August is right in the middle of the Caribbean’s official hurricane season; while storms are rare, the weather will be more humid, with some heavy rain showers overnight and occasionally in the afternoons.
What to expect from the weather on the August cruise?
Although August is typically one of the hottest months in the Caribbean, it is just a few degrees warmer than the coolest months of the year, with average highs of 84 degrees Fahrenheit and lows of 76 degrees Fahrenheit. In August, the Caribbean Sea enjoys a bath-like temperature of 86 degrees F. As the yearly hurricane season intensifies, heavier rainfall begins to fall across the Caribbean in August. August cruises to the western Caribbean are less desirable due to higher rains and scorching temperatures. Eastern cruises are only marginally better, but passengers should avoid the Bahamas due to significantly more than usual rainfall. The weather in the southern Caribbean makes cruises there more appealing, particularly those that visit the dry islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao.