Saint Thomas Travel Guide
U.S. Virgin Islands
Saint Thomas is a small city of around 20,000 people in the U.S. Virgin Islands, in the Caribbean. It is served by Cyril E. King Airport (STT), the main airport for arrivals by air.
The nearby coastline includes Sapphire Beach, 2.1 kilometres from the city. Its close distance makes it the named beach most convenient for a short seaside visit.
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Weather in Saint Thomas
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Know before you go
Pays in USD
Plug type Type A & Type B (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 911
Dial code +1340
Tipping: Tipping is customary in the U.S. Virgin Islands for various services. While not mandatory, it's generally expected to show appreciation for good service.
Best time to visit Saint Thomas
Jan
27°11Feb
26°14Mar
26°8Apr
27°15May
28°16Jun
29°12Jul
29°17Aug
29°17Sep
29°17Oct
29°18Nov
28°18Dec
27°15Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Saint Thomas
Long-Bay Beach
1.2 km away
Sapphire Beach
2.1 km away
Revenge Beach
2.5 km away
Morningstar Beach
2.7 km away
Magens Bay Beach
2.7 km away
Limetree Beach
3.3 km away
Lindberg Beach
3.6 km away
Hull Bay Beach
4.1 km away
Things to do in Saint Thomas
Fort Christian
historic site
0.2 km
Etelman Observatory
observatory
3 km
0.1 km
Skyride to Paradise Point
historic site
1.6 km
C.A.H.S. Stadium
stadium arena
1.2 km
Bluebeard's Castle
historic site
0.7 km
Nisky Moravian Church
christian place of worship
2.6 km
St. Thomas Reformed Church
christian place of worship
0.1 km
Getting there
Cyril E. King Airport · 4.1 km
Frequently asked Questions
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