St. Thomas is a small island with several town centers and its attractions spread out quite evenly. As an unincorporated part of the United States it’s no surprise that English is the dominant language and that it’s a popular destination for Americans as well as cruise ships.
Population | 52,000 |
Area | 52,000 |
Timezone | UTC-4 |
Currency | US dollar |
Airports | Cyril E. King Airport (STT) |
There are over 50 resorts and hotels on St. Thomas in addition to some smaller lodgings used by non-tourists. The major resorts are spread mostly in the eastern half of the island, but without an abundant concentration like you’d find on most other islands. Prices go from mid-range to very expensive, with most being toward the bottom end of that scale.
Just like the rest of the world, the Caribbean goes through price changes throughout the year. The main price changes that visitors witness are hotel rates. These vary depending on what time of the year you visit, or in other words, in what season you visit.
Peak season, when prices are at their highest, runs from mid December to about mid April. During this time, you have a pretty high chance of running into a lot of snow birds who are traveling south to escape a cold winter.
Low season, which runs through the summer and early fall months, is when you find prices at their lowest but also the chance of rainy days and a storm.
Shoulder season is an average of the other two seasons with prices leveling out. Generally you’ll find that low season falls in May and late fall. This is also a great time to visit if you’re looking for pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
Rating | Price(USD) |
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- | |
100.00 - 139.00 | |
125.00 - 294.00 | |
178.00 - 316.00 | |
459.00 - 459.00 |
Type | Price(USD) |
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Hostel Bed | - |
Location | Description | Type | Price(USD) |
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St. Thomas Skyride to Paradise Point | After taking a tram to the top, you'll enjoy views and a drink. | adult 6 to 12 | 24.00 16.00 |
Jet Skiing | Take a ride on the wild side with a jet ski rental that you can use around the island. Prices do vary from company to company. | 12 and up | 100.00 |
Paddle Boarding | Rent a paddle board for a new way to cruise the water while enjoying a bit of exercise. | all ages | 75.00 |
Food Type | Description | Price(USD) |
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Local Breakfast | Coffee, mini sandwiches and breakfast treats can be found all around the island with some of the best served outside of your hotel. | 3.00 - 8.00 |
Local Lunch | Seafood is the number one food of choice but there are other options such as pizza, salads and pastas. | 6.00 - 15.00 |
Local Dinner | Restaurants that cater to tourists tend to be a bit pricey but local restaurants are a great way to try some new food and save a few dollars. | 10.00 - 22.00 |
Beer | Many of the resorts and restaurants have either a bar or nightclub, all serving beer. | 4.00 - 6.00 |
Anyone staying overnight will be flying into Cyril E. King Airport, which is the largest and busiest airport in the Virgin Islands. It serves as a hub for this part of the Caribbean, and it has a variety of long-haul flights connecting key North American cities.
Nonstop flights from:
San Juan, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta, Charlotte, Washington-Dulles, Philadelphia, New York-JFK, Newark, Boston, Minneapolis/St. Paul, Chicago, Toronto
Month | High F | Low F | Precip (inches) |
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January | 83 | 72 | 1.4 |
February | 83 | 72 | 1.4 |
March | 83 | 72 | 3.0 |
April | 85 | 74 | 2.1 |
May | 86 | 75 | 3.0 |
June | 88 | 77 | 2.7 |
July | 88 | 78 | 2.6 |
August | 89 | 78 | 2.2 |
September | 88 | 77 | 3.7 |
October | 87 | 75 | 3.0 |
November | 85 | 74 | 3.0 |
December | 84 | 73 | 3.4 |
Located in the middle of the Caribbean, St. Thomas is known for getting a little hot during part of the year while cooling down the other. Spring and summer are the best times to visit if you wish to dive or snorkel your way around the island while winter and fall are great for sightseeing and hiking and still yet, dipping into the ocean.
Winter brings in stronger ocean winds and thus chops up the water a bit at times. It also tends to cool down the water a lot, so it might be best to bring a rash guard or two to help keep you warm.
Summer experiences some rain and the possibility of a tropical storm, so it’s best to keep an eye on the weather just in case.
21 Mar | 6:22am | 6:29pm |
21 Jun | 5:42am | 6:57pm |
21 Sep | 6:07am | 6:15pm |
21 Dec | 6:45am | 5:47pm |