packing for Dec. weather in Eastern Caribbean

[DCguys]

I can't believe it, but in a week we'll be in Miami gearing up for our first cruise!

 

We're going to the eastern Caribbean (San Juan, St Martin, St Kitts) 12/4-12/11. I'm wondering if we should pack fleeces or light jackets for the evenings (on ship and in San Juan).

 

What do you do? How is the weather down there this time of year?

[cb at sea]

Bring some sort of light wrap/sweater, but you probably won't need it. It's still in the 80's down there! Pack for summer!

[roysue]

I can't agree more! You need it in the dining room and other indoor places where the AC is running. I have a whole collection of wraps to go with every outfit - Enjoy your cruise!

[GRAMMYTAN]

I agree on the wraps or sweater. The ships AC is cold and really cold in the theatre and MDA. I have even had to take my beach towel to the theatre to wrap up in. BTW, Carnival's gift shops have some very nice shawls for $10 in a variety of colors.

[glazedandamazed]

Hi DC guys, Dec/Jan best times to cruise out of FL. Would suggest for clothing, pack light.... lots of cotton....shorts/tee's/at least one hat, several swim suits are always good but overall layers my friend. Wife sometimes gets chilled out on deck, gets very windy, so a light sweater. Sometimes cool in evenings in So FL, but as you get lower, gets very warm. You will overpack, 1/2 of what you bring you won't use. Enjoy.

[AlanAllyn]

We have sailed the Caribbean 7 times in December (and again in 17 days). There is a chance you might need a light jacket in Florida if a cold front makes it this far. On the cruise, only once did we have cool weather and my wife was thrilled she brought a sweat shirt. But, of course, we live in Florida are aren't used to much cold weather.

 

However, you might want a sweater or wrap on board, more for the over-air conditioned inside than outside.

 

Enjoy!

[STARFISH*4]

definitely bring wraps or sweaters...i have something for everyone of my outfits also....wether its HOT outside its COOL inside and chances are you will need it in some of the areas of the ship...MDR, shows etc!

[highflyingrealtor]

Always a fleece or light jacket with hood. Easy for us in MN as we wouldn't make it to the airport without it! :eek: You just never know when or where you'll need it. It can get windy & cool at night for your after dinner strolls on the promenade...

[Keith1010]

Bringing a sweater is a very good idea. I would also bring a light jacket or fleece or both.

 

Also, check the weather for Florida a few days before you leave for the cruise. If you are spending anytime there pre or post cruise you will likely need a fleece and or jacket. The weather in Florida can vary quite a bit even the same time of the year.

 

Enjoy!

 

Keith