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Destination Guides - North America / Turks & Caicos Islands
Travel Advice on Health, Climate, Local Info, Customs and Laws
| Travel Advice/Warnings |
| This is a safe place to visit. be aware that petty crime does exist and this is more common on Providencides. Safe guard your valuables and do not leave them unguarded on the beach. |
| Vaccinations & Health Alerts |
| There are limited medical facilities on the islands. Ensure your travel insurance covers you for medical evacuation to mainland USA. |
| Seasonal Climate |
| Month |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Temp (c) |
27 |
27 |
28 |
29 |
30 |
31 |
31 |
32 |
31 |
31 |
29 |
28 |
| Rainfall (cm) |
5 |
4 |
3 |
4 |
6 |
4 |
4 |
5 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
7 |
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| These 40 islands and cays in the Caribbean have a tropical climate which is tempered by the Trade Winds. Evenings are cool and they receive a lot of rain in the winter. Hurricanes can occur between July and November. |
BBC - Weather Centre - Forecast for Turks and Caicos, Turks and Caicos Islands
| Friday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 28°C (82°F), Wind Direction: ESE, Wind Speed: 10mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1013mb, Humidity: 73%, Sunrise: 06:30EDT, Sunset: 18:52EDT |
| Saturday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 28°C (82°F), Wind Direction: ENE, Wind Speed: 11mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1013mb, Humidity: 77%, Sunrise: 06:30EDT, Sunset: 18:51EDT |
| Sunday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 28°C (82°F), Wind Direction: ENE, Wind Speed: 14mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1012mb, Humidity: 75%, Sunrise: 06:30EDT, Sunset: 18:50EDT |
(by the BBC Weather Centre in association with the Met Office) |
| Local Customs/Laws |
| Keep beachwear for around the beach and the poolside only. |
| Getting Around |
| Air taxis are available to get between the islands. The inter-island boat services are limited but they can be chartered. Taxis are limited and you may be asked to share, agree the price before travel. Car hire is available. You will require a local driving license and these can be obtained for a small fee. If going to an isolated spot or diving/snorkelling, then leave travel details with someone at your Hotel or with friends. |
| Public Holidays/Festivals |
| New Year on 1 January, Commonwealth Day on 10 March, Easter from 2-5 April 10, National Heroes Day on 26 May, Queen's Birthday on 9 June, Emancipation Day on 4 August, Columbus Day on 13 October and Christmas Day on 25 December. |
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| Religion |
| Christian Demominations |
| Visa Requirements |
| Not required for stays of up to 30 days. You must have 6 months validity remaining on your passport. |
| British Embassy Details |
| As this is a British Overseas Territory there is no British Embassy. Report the theft of a passport to the Police immediately. Tel: (+1)(649)946 2939 or 5567. The Governor's Office is located at: Government Office, Waterloo, Grand Turk. Tel: (+1)(649)946 2308 /2309 or Hilly Ewing Building, Leeward Highway, Providenciales. Tel: (+1)(649)941 8604 |
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