When is the best weather for your vacation?

If you go on vacation expecting the warm sun, a rain shower may catch you by surprise. Every year, there are a few months in which there is an extra chance of rain. In some places, you can even have a small chance of a hurricane! Don’t worry, hurricanes sound scary, but most are not too bad. If you follow this blog, you will have the best chance at a successful and sunny vacation!

Which countries have a rainy season?

There are rainy seasons in countries like Thailand, Bali, Curacao, Jakarta, Malaysia, Mexico, Suriname, and Cuba. This is the simple rule of thumb: between October and March the Southern Hemisphere is in the rainy season, and from April to September the Northern Hemisphere is in the rainy season.

In the image below, you will find an overview of the rainy seasons in these countries.

Which countries have a hurricane season?

On average, only six hurricanes come ashore during a hurricane season. The hurricane season (also called typhoon season in Asia) occurs in countries like Mexico, Curacao, Cuba, Jamaica, Bonaire, the Dominican Republic, Japan and Australia. Strangely enough, you will not encounter hurricanes at the equator or inland. However, if you head towards the Atlantic or Indian Ocean, there is a small chance that you will end up in a hurricane during this period.

What is a hurricane season?

Every year, there are a few months when hurricanes can occur. During these months, the sea is warm enough to collide with the cold wind from the north and form a hurricane. We call this the hurricane season. Hurricanes only occur on the warm sea, so if you are traveling to the Atlantic or Indian Ocean, make sure to look up hurricane season. Feel free to enjoy the sun during this season, but also listen to the locals.

In the image below, you will find an overview of the hurricane seasons in these countries.

What should you do if you end up in a hurricane?

The chances that you really end up in a hurricane are (fortunately) not that high. For the best weather, you can of course travel outside of hurricane season. If you do end up in a hurricane, we have a few tips for you here.

Before you are told that you are in danger, make sure to provide yourself with the correct information. Click on read more to read the rest of this blog.

So, now you know exactly when to leave to fully enjoy the beautiful weather during your vacation. Do you already have an idea of where you are heading? Find your tickets through BudgetAir Australia!

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