Pigeon Island National Landmark, Saint Lucia: vitamin D, best months and travel guide
Fort-topped peninsula with views and a beach. Best for: families, history fans.
The best months for vitamin D in Pigeon Island National Landmark are February to May, October, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday. Rainy or stormy from June to September and from November to January.
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Pigeon Island National Landmark month by month
| Month | Rating | Sun window | Peak UV | Full dose, age 30 | Afternoon high | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Bad weather | 7.5 h | 7.2 | 7 min | 28°C | 21/30 |
| February | Excellent | 7.9 h | 8.1 | 7 min | 28°C | 16/30 |
| March | Excellent | 8.4 h | 8.9 | 6 min | 29°C | 13/30 |
| April | Excellent | 8.7 h | 9.1 | 6 min | 30°C | 13/30 |
| May | Excellent | 8.9 h | 8.8 | 6 min | 31°C | 11/30 |
| June | Bad weather | 8.6 h | 8.6 | 6 min | 30°C | 21/30 |
| July | Bad weather | 8.5 h | 8.6 | 6 min | 30°C | 26/30 |
| August | Bad weather | 8.5 h | 8.8 | 6 min | 31°C | 24/30 |
| September | Bad weather | 8.4 h | 8.6 | 6 min | 31°C | 19/30 |
| October | Excellent | 7.9 h | 8.1 | 7 min | 31°C | 17/30 |
| November | Bad weather | 7.3 h | 7.1 | 8 min | 30°C | 19/30 |
| December | Bad weather | 7.3 h | 6.7 | 8 min | 29°C | 19/30 |
Sun window is the number of hours a day with UV Index 2.5 or higher. Full dose is the minutes at midday for about 1,000 IU of vitamin D with a quarter of the body bare, for skin type III. Rainy days are days with at least 1 mm out of 30.
What to expect in Pigeon Island National Landmark
Fort-topped peninsula with views and a beach. A dry season from December to April and a wetter season from June to November. Hills are steep and roads winding. Beaches range from calm west coast to windy east coast.
In Pigeon Island National Landmark afternoon highs average from 28°C in January to 31°C in September. The wettest month is July (about 26 rainy days out of 30) and the driest is May (11). Midday UV peaks at 9.1 in April, which is very strong, so protect your skin.
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Questions about Pigeon Island National Landmark
When is the best time to visit Pigeon Island National Landmark for vitamin D?
The best months for vitamin D in Pigeon Island National Landmark are February to May, October, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday.
What is the weather like in Pigeon Island National Landmark?
Afternoon highs average from 28°C in January to 31°C in September. The wettest month is July, with about 26 rainy days out of 30.
Which months should I avoid in Pigeon Island National Landmark?
For a beach stay, avoid the months when it is rainy or stormy from June to September and from November to January.