The Caribbean Climate and Physical Geography

Climate in the Caribbean December to April  sunny, dry, warm May to November  hot, humid, wet Tropical climates do not exhibit hot summers and cool winters but rather have distinct dry and rainy periods

Climate in the Caribbean Trade winds or prevailing winds: the most constant winds blowing from the east across the Atlantic ocean Trade winds have a cooling effect on the Caribbean. They are most noticeable in the dry season

Caribbean Climate Windward sides of islands (side facing the winds) tend to have more rocky coastlines with stronger ocean currents rolling in Leeward sides of islands (sides protected by the wind) are where resorts are usually located.

Hurricanes The fall is hurricane season for the Caribbean. Violent storms and hurricanes have damaged tourism infrastructure in recent years

Climate Change and Hurricanes Many people blame the increased frequency and intensity of hurricanes on global climate destabilization (global warming)