Leeward Antilles Benedenwindse Eilanden
The Leeward Antilles, or Benedenwindse Eilanden, is an island group forming part of the Lesser Antilles. Spanning an area of 2,000 square kilometers with a maximum elevation of 372 meters, it ranks as the third most looked-up sight in the country on English Wikipedia. It is a destination for travelers interested in exploring this island chain.
Planning a visit
The climate remains consistent throughout the year, with average temperatures hovering between 25 °C and 27 °C. Drier conditions generally occur from February through June, with March and April seeing as few as 1 to 3 rainy days. Rainfall increases significantly in the final quarter of the year, particularly in October, November, and December, when monthly precipitation reaches between 103 mm and 141 mm.
The nearest airport is Hato International Airport (CUR) in Willemstad, Curaçao, located 3 km away. For those traveling from the capital, Caracas, the distance is 293 km. While visiting the area, travelers can also include the Curaçao Synagogue, which is 10.9 km from the airport.
Weather by month
The warmest month is September, averaging 27 °C. The wettest is November, with about 141 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 |
| Rainfall, mm | 53 | 34 | 15 | 30 | 24 | 28 | 40 | 48 | 55 | 103 | 141 | 110 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 13 | 12 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
