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Climate
The climate of Trinidad and Tobago is tropical, hot all year round, with little seasonal variation: the maximum temperatures are about 30/32 °C (86/90 °F) in the coolest period, from December to February, and a little higher in the rest of the year. September and October are the most sweltering months, January and February the least hot. Luckily, the northeast trade winds blow all year round, tempering the heat.
The main difference in the climate is found in the rainfall: there is a rainy season, which runs from June to December, and a relatively dry season, which runs from January to mid-April. Rainfall is abundant: in Port of Spain, in the island of Trinidad, it's around 1,700 millimetres (67 inches) per year, with more than 100 mm (4 in) per month from May to December, and more than 200 mm (8 in) it the three rainiest months, i.e. June, July and August. The driest months are February, March and April.
The best time to visit Trinidad and Tobago goes from January to April, which is by far the driest of the year. Since these islands are almost always outside of the hurricanes paths, in theory you can also choose the summer, keeping in mind that it is very rainy, and even muggy. December is still rainy, but is outside of the period of hurricanes, and also a little cooler.
Getting Here
Piarco Airport in Port of Spain (POS) for international flights
ANR Robinson Airport is in Tobago for flight between the 2 islands
Travel between the 2 islands via high speed ferry takes 2.5 hours
Good to know
CAR
Visitors wishing to rent a car during their stay are advised to book a vehicle prior to their arrival, especially around the busy Christmas period and Carnival season. Unless you're planning on staying on the island for more than 90 days, no special license will be required for you to be able to drive a car on the island.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The island's only commercial bus transportation operator, the Public Transport Service Corporation (PTSC) can take you from one side of the island to the other within a day. For more direct and inexpensive options, consider using the islands' minibuses and maxi taxis, which have a set price for the route covered.
TAXI
If you wish to use private taxis, be aware that all licensed taxis display the letter "H" on their license plate, and that the fares are not metered but should be agreed and confirmed prior to departure.
Please note that military camouflage or camouflage clothing of any kind is illegal on the islands, and is exclusively reserved for the Trinidad and Tobago's military forces. Public nudity is also prohibited on both islands.
History of Trinidad & Tobago
Trinidad is a multicultural melting pot, stirred by the descendants of settlers from Europe, Africa, Asia, South America and the Middle East each of which have made their mark on the island. But, back in 1498 when explorer Christopher Columbus set foot on Trinidad, things were very different.