St. Thomas
Climate
The annual climate for the Virgin Islands is perfect for vacationing year-round. The islands share a sub-tropical climate where summer temperatures average between 79 and 89 degrees and winter temperatures average between 72 and 82 degrees. Even during its hottest months, the islands benefit from constant trade winds which cool the island. Average monthly rainfall is 100mm. Hurricanes can occur from anytime between June and November with the most likely time being in September and October.
Currency
The official currency of St. Thomas is the US dollar. The majority of restaurants and shops accept cash and major credit cards such as VISA, Mastercard and American Express. ATM machines are located at banks and major grocery stores around the island. In general, banks are open Monday-Thursday, 9am- 2:30pm and Friday, 9am-5pm.
Fast Facts
Capital: Charlotte Amalie
Official Language: English
Population: 51,181
Time Difference: One hour ahead of EST during winter; EST during summer
Nationality: Virgin Islander
Government: U.S. Territory
Rainy season: May-November
Entry requirements: Valid Passport
Electrical units: Same as in the U.S. (no adapters needed)
Water: Tap water is safe to drink
Cars: U.S. license is valid; drive on left
Language
The official language of St. Thomas is English.
Telecommunications
Many of our villas on St. Thomas offer internet connection for your laptop, or offer a computer with internet service. Please see the amenities chart for each villa. If your particular villa rental does not offer internet access then we recommend visiting Beans, Bytes and Websites in Charlotte Amalie, which offers coffee, pastries and high-speed internet access.
All villas have phones. A barring service is in place on some villa phones for international calls. You may dial direct for local calls, which are complimentary and receive calls as well. Credit cards (Visa/MC/AMX) can be used for long distance dialing. The majority of US cellular phones work on St. Thomas. Please contact your specific provider to confirm that you will receive service in the islands.
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